Trifolium ornithopodioides (Leguminosae)

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Trifolium ornithopodioides
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The Trifolium ornithopodioides plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Falcata falsotrifolium. F. ornithopodioides. Trigonella ornithopodioides. Trigonella purpurascens.

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Latin Name:  Trifolium ornithopodioides
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  (L.)Sm.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry sandy places in southern England, mainly near the coast[5, 17].

Propagation Notes: Pre-soak the seed for 12 hours in warm water and then sow in spring in situ. If the seed is in short supply it might be better to sow it in pots in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in late spring. Division in spring.

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