Trifolium Species, Buffalo Clover

Trifoliumreflexum var. reflexum

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Trifolium (try-FOH-lee-um)
Synonym
Amoria reflexa
Trifolium adscendens
Trifolium platycephalum
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Succulent
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Biennials
Groundcovers
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

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Gardener's Notes:

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1
neutral
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negative
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Valparaiso, IN | May 2013 | positive

Buffalo clover (Trifolium reflexum) is listed as endangered by the state of Indiana. In Indiana, buffalo clover has fewer existing popula...Read More

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Josephine, Arlington, TX (Zone 8a) | November 2006 | neutral

Buffalo Clover, Trifolium reflexum, is native to Texas and other States.

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