Red Clover (Trifolium pratense)
Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) is a nitrogen-fixing perennial herb with trifoliate leaves and pinkish-purple flower heads. It is a valuable forage and cover crop, attrac
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade for best growth and flowering.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells. Tolerates some drought once established.
Soil
Well-drained, loamy to clayey, pH 6.0-7.0.
Temperature
Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures, tolerating a wide range. Ideal between 15-25 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low nitrogen needs due to nitrogen fixation. May benefit from phosphorus/potassium in poor soils.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade for best growth and flowering.
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells. Tolerates some drought once established.
Well-drained, loamy to clayey, pH 6.0-7.0.
Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures, tolerating a wide range. Ideal between 15-25 °C.
Outdoor
Low nitrogen needs due to nitrogen fixation. May benefit from phosphorus/potassium in poor soils.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
20-80 cm
Spread
30-60 cm
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Trifoliate
Flower Size
1.5-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusTrifolium
- speciesTrifolium pratense
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
Generally non-toxic to humans and common pets. Large quantities can cause bloat in ruminants or photosensitization if moldy.