Trifolium stoloniferum
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Summary
Source: WikipediaTrifolium stoloniferum, the running buffalo clover, is an endangered species of perennial clover native to the eastern and midwestern United States. From 1940 to 1983 it was believed to be extinct until two populations were discovered in West Virginia. Since then, more populations have been found in the US but it still remains one of the most imperiled plants in North America.
Description
A clover herb in the Fabaceae family, found in Mediterranean climate regions.
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Edible Uses
The seeds are used as a spice.
Distribution
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Where It Grows
Mediterranean,
References (1)
- Kermath, B. M., et al, 2014, Food Plants in the Americas: A survey of the domesticated, cultivated and wild plants used for Human food in North, Central and South America and the Caribbean. On line draft. p 876
