Trifolium
Trefoil
Trifolium, commonly known as clover, is a versatile genus of herbaceous plants widely recognized for its medicinal and nutritional properties. Rich in bioactive compounds like flavonoids and saponins, various species offer antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and estrogenic benefits, making them valuable components in traditional herbal remedies and modern nutritional supplements.
- Scientific name: Trifolium
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is positioned in the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Trifolium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Trifolium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, belonging to the genus Trifolium, is known by various names depending on the language and region. In Polish, it is referred to as Kraśikůń, while in Chinese, it is identified through several regional designations: 车轴草属 (zh-hans/zh-cn) and 三葉草屬 (zh-hant/zh-hk).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| szl | Kraśikůń | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 车轴草属 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 三葉草屬 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 三葉草屬 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 车轴草属 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 三叶草属 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 三葉草屬 | Wikidata |
| eu | Hirusta | Wikidata |
| pl | koniczyna | Wikidata |
| qu | Chikmu | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific presence across several regions within Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the landscapes of Denmark and Finland. Furthermore, its distribution extends to the islands of Føroyaar and Iceland. The species is also documented to inhabit various areas throughout Great Britain. Collectively, these locations highlight the plant's northern geographical range.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
Chemicals
Trifolium has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7,4'-dihydroxyflavone.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 7,4'-dihydroxyflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Trifolium has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include adiposity.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| adiposity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |