Smallhead Clover (Trifolium Microcephalum) is a annual herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Trifolium microcephalum is an annual herb native to California and western North America, known for its small flower heads and slender, ascending to procumbent stems.

Smallhead Clover

Smallhead Clover

Trifolium Microcephalum

Trifolium microcephalum is an annual herb native to California and western North America, known for its small flower heads and slender, ascending to procumbent stems.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, forage

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Smallhead Clover

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Trifolium