Trifolium cherleri, the cupped clover, is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Canary Islands, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East as far east as Iran, and it has been introduced to Australia as a forage. Three cultivars have been developed in Australia; 'Beenong', 'Yamina' and 'Lisare'.
Cupped clover is fairly disease-resistant and generally not prone to illnesses. Still, it can be affected by pests and diseases present in its surroundings. These infections are typically not serious. As for care, this plant needs moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to keep a good appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help encourage flowering. Cupped clover is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive care experience. It may need more attention when grown indoors.
How to keep Trifolium Cherleri.
Light
Cupped clover comes from bright, open habitats where it does best in full sun. It can tolerate partial sun but prefers direct sunlight for optimal growth. This annual and biennial plant is known for its sun-loving nature.
Temperature
Cupped clover can tolerate a broad range of temperatures, but its spread may still be constrained by particular combinations of moisture and heat. It performs best in warm summer conditions with sufficient rainfall or irrigation. Extended stretches of cloudy, rainy weather or sustained high temperatures can raise the chances of Cupped clover dying. During winter, adequate protection from cold can increase the plant's survival rate.
Fertilizer
Cupped clover benefits from regular, light applications of fertilizer to encourage healthy leaf growth. You should feed Cupped clover roughly once a month during the summer. Nitrogen is vital for foliage, and adding nitrogen-rich sources helps Cupped clover thrive.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Trifolium
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 7-10
- Mature Height
- 10 cm to 30 cm
- Mature Spread
- 15 cm to 40 cm
- Leaf Color
- Light Green, Green
- Leaf Type
- Semi-evergreen
- Flower Color
- Pink, White
- Flower Size
- 0.76 cm to 1.27 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer
- Harvest Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
- Native Area
- Libya, Turkey, Tunisia, Montenegro, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Greece, Croatia, Slovenia, Morocco, Lebanon, Iraq, Portugal, Syria, Italy, Spain, Iran, Albania, Algeria, France
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