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Hare's-foot #clover, #Trifolium #arvense (#Fabaceae), is native to Europe/Western Asia and inhabits dry, sandy, nitrate-poor #habitats. #Seeds are enclosed in feathery calyxes that protect against desiccation, serve as #flightorgans, but also adhere to animals. It hosts #symbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria (paraphyletic "#Rhizobia"), which S. Schulz et al. (2013) analyzed in more detail via functional marker gene nifH.
©#StefanFWirth #Berlin 2025

Ref
https://doi.org/10.5194/bg-10-1183-2013

#Photos
©S.F.Wirth

Hare's-foot clover, Trifolium arvense (Fabaceae) in urban park Rehberge on a dry meadow, © Stefan F. Wirth August/September 2025

Crimson clover (Trifolium incarnatum, Blutklee) is an annual legume recognized for its striking, deep red flower spikes and soft trifoliate leaves. Often used as a cover crop, it thrives in temperate climates and grows quickly in spring. Ecologically, clover is highly beneficial: it fixes nitrogen in the soil through symbiosis with rhizobia, improving fertility for subsequent crops; it prevents erosion with its dense root system; and its vibrant blooms attract a lot of pollinators supporting biodiversity. Its fast growth and soil-enhancing properties make it valuable in sustainable agriculture and habitat restoration.
We have many types of clover in our meadows. Today I noticed for the first time that there was a single crimson clover in our meadow as well.

#wildflowers #green #meadow #redflower #crimsonclover #trifolium #trifoliumincarnatum #blutklee #klee #flower

A close-up of a single crimson clover (Trifolium incarnatum, Blutklee) flower rising upright from a slender green stem. The flower head is an elongated, dense spike of deep crimson-red florets, tapering slightly toward the tip. Just below the flower, the trifoliate leaves each leaflet oval and softly hairy extend outward in a balanced arrangement. The background is a softly blurred field of green vegetation, creating a natural contrast that highlights the vivid red of the bloom.

Els trèvols ☘️ de les Guilleries.

El gènere Trifolium (els trèvols) és un dels més diversificats del massís de les Guilleries, amb 26 espècies diferents: https://floraguilleries.cat/etiquetes/trifolium/

#flora #Guilleries #floraGuilleries #Trifolium #biodiversitat #biodiversity #Fabaceae

Galeria fotogràfica amb les 26 espècies de trèvols observades al massís de les Guilleries, que són: Trifolium angustifolium, Trifolium arvense, Trifolium aureum, Trifolium bocconei, Trifolium campestre, Trifolium cherleri, Trifolium diffusum, Trifolium dubium, Trifolium fragiferum, Trifolium glomeratum, Trifolium hirtum, Trifolium incarnatum incarnatum, Trifolium lappaceum, Trifolium medium medium, Trifolium montanum, Trifolium nigrescens nigrescens, Trifolium ochroleucon, Trifolium pratense pratense, Trifolium repens, Trifolium rubens, Trifolium scabrum, Trifolium stellatum, Trifolium striatum brevidens, Trifolium strictum strictum, Trifolium subterraneum subterraneum i Trifolium tomentosum

Mountain Clover (Trifolium montanum, Berg-Klee) is a perennial clover species of sunny, dry meadows, forest edges, and calcareous grasslands. It grows upright with narrow, three-parted leaves and pale flower heads ranging from creamy white to light pink, blooming in late spring and summer. Ecologically, Mountain Clover enriches the soil by fixing nitrogen, supporting neighboring plants and promoting biodiversity. Its flowers offer nectar and pollen for wild bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. As a typical species of species-rich, traditionally managed meadows, it serves as an indicator of healthy, stable habitats.

#wildflower #meadow #flower #moutainclover #clover #trifolium #trifoliummontanum #bergklee #klee #biodiversity

Mountain Clover (Trifolium montanum, Berg-Klee) grows upright among fresh green grasses. Its slender stems bear small, creamy-white to pale pink flower heads. The three-parted leaves are narrow and matte green, blending gently into the surrounding meadow. Grasses sway lightly around the delicate clover, creating a natural, peaceful scene.

The #redclover #Trifolium #pratense (#Faboideae) is a common #plant in Central Europe, growing on nutrient-rich #meadows. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and Northwest Africa, but was introduced to North/South America a long time ago. It is #pollinated bumblebees/bees with long proboscis. It is #parasitized by, i.a., #seedweevils of the genus Tychius. A weevil of may be this taxon, is visible in my #photos. #Biodiversity

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© S.F. Wirth, Berlin, near tram railway station Seestraße, May 2025

A close-up of red clover (Trifolium pratense; Wiesenklee) in full bloom fills the foreground, its dense, rounded flower heads glowing with rich pink and purple hues, surrounded by lush green grasses. In the background, the yellow blossoms of common bird’s-foot trefoil (Lotus corniculatus; Hornklee).

I always feel a sense of joy when I see clover flourishing in our meadows. The cows love grazing on it—it’s rich in fiber and crude protein, making it excellent forage.

Clover also improves the soil by fixing nitrogen from the air, enriching humus, and loosening the soil structure.

Not to mention, red clover is a vital food source for many insects, especially bees, bumblebees, and butterflies, all of whom thrive in its presence.

#wildflowers #flowers #trifolium #lotuscorniculatus #trifoliumpratense #wiesenklee #pink #yellow #blossom #green #flowermeadow

A close-up of red clover (Trifolium pratense; Wiesenklee) in full blossom shows its round, snowball-like flower head made up of many tiny, red to pink florets. The delicate petals curve gently outward, some tinged with soft blush at the tips. Nestled among lush green clover leaves and meadow grasses. In the background a yellow common bird's-foot trefoile (Lotus corniculatus; Hornklee).

A close-up of white clover (Trifolium repens; Weißklee) in full blossom shows its round, snowball-like flower head made up of many tiny, white florets. The delicate petals curve gently outward, some tinged with soft blush at the tips. Nestled among lush green clover leaves and meadow grasses, the bloom glows in the sunlight, capturing the quiet charm of a summer meadow.

#wildflowers #flowers #trifolium #trifoliumrepens #weißklee #white #clover #blossom

I like trifolium 🤔

Red Clover (Trifolium pratense)
#Photography #FlowerPhotography #Flowers #Clover #Trifolium

picture of a pink clover flower on a black background

I didn’t even know fluffy clover is a thing! Can anything even be cuter?
#bloomscrolling
#trifolium

A shot of trifolium cherleri: a species of clover which has fluffy flowers. Like, actually fluffy: covered with short hairs. In this shot, the blooms look not just fluffy, but also a but sparkly, somehow reminiscent of frost, but quite soft looking at the same time.

Fiori di trifoglio in insalata 🌺🥗✌️😋

Li ho già provati anche fritti pastellati e sono veramente uno spettacolo, però di quello vi parlo in un altro video 😅

https://youtube.com/shorts/OH7XMucxWTs

#alimurgia #foraging #vegan #salad #crudismo #trifoglio #trifolium #trifoliumpratense

Aime, the lead singer of a magical Finnish folk pop band Härmälän Mimosa.

linktr.ee/harmijaviha
IG: waishudai, harmalanmimosa

#apila #singer #dreamy #ethereal #fantasy #fantasyphotography #magical #magic #naturemagic #summermagic #kesä #suomenkesä #natureportarit #finnishsummer #magicalnature #naturelovers #dreamlike #daydreaming #dreaming #prism #ihmiskuvaus #trifolium #summerfeels #summer #sunshine #auringonvalo #refraction #psychedelicphotography #clovers #finnishartist

A handsome androgyne laying on clovers enjoying sunshine.

Sensation im #Karneval: Kölner Dreigestirn absolviert Überraschungsbesuch bei der #Stunksitzung http://bit.ly/2GZEada #Köln #Trifolium #WegendemBrauchtum

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Els 24 trèvols (gènere Trifolium) de les Guilleries:
👉 https://floraguilleries.cat/?s=trifolium&ct_post_type=post%3Apage

#flora #Guilleries #Trifolium #Fabaceae

Galeria d'imatges amb fotografies de les vint-i-quatre espècies del gènere Trifolium observades al massís de les Guilleries.

Last trifolium, I promise.
Crimson trifolium (Trifolium incarnatum)
#photography #flowerphotography #flowers #macro #macrophotography #clover #trifolium

Macro shot of a crimson trifolium flower

It made sense (in my head at least) to take a picture of the white clover (Trifolium repens) as well.
#photography #flowerphotography #flowers #macro #macrophotography #clover #trifolium

I'm into trifolium flowers lately (is that boring?).
Here's a crimson trifolium (Trifolium incarnatum) that just grew naturally in the garden.
Special thanks to the birds that pooped the seeds here. Well done guys!
#photography #flowerphotography #flowers #clover #trifolium

A single crimson trifolium flower against a blurred background.

Pseudopeziza trifolii ex Trifolium sp.

#Pseudopezizatrifolii #Pseudopeziza #Trifolium #Klee #clover #whiteclover #mushroom #mushrooms #fungus #fungi #pilz #pilze #champignons #champignon #nature #natur #FungiFriends #Phytopathology

Glad last time I cut the grass I let these guys grow freely. Aren't they pretty?
Red Clover (Trifolium pratense)
#photography #flowerphotography #flowers #macro #macrophotography #clover #trifolium

In the spirit of documenting the good and the bad, we are at the spring between time in the front yard #meadow: after the early bloomers (sea blush, yellow rattle and blue-eyed mary), but before the late spring bloom (self-heal, Oregon sunshine, and Clarkia). Bridging the gap is scattered blooms of white meadowfoam and white clover.

Incidentally, white clover seems to be opium for bumblebees -- they scour the faded blooms well into July in hopes of find some nectar.

#bees #beelawn #Trifolium