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Description
Trifolium Jokerstii is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is a rare clover species that is native to the United States and was first discovered in 1998. The plant is known for its unique appearance and is often grown for ornamental purposes.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Trifolium |
Appearance
Trifolium Jokerstii has a unique appearance, with bright pink flowers that bloom in mid-summer. The flowers are arranged in a dense, spherical head that can reach up to 2 inches in diameter. The leaves are trifoliate and have a distinct dark green color. The plant can grow up to 12 inches tall and 18 inches wide.
Care Guide
Trifolium Jokerstii is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. It requires moderate watering and should be fertilized once a year in the spring. The plant prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate full sun to partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Trifolium Jokerstii is generally free of pests and diseases. However, aphids, spider mites, and powdery mildew can occasionally affect the plant. These issues can be treated with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Habitat
Trifolium Jokerstii is native to the Ozark Mountains in Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. It grows in rocky, limestone soils and is often found in open woods and glades.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Trifolium Jokerstii a good plant for beginners?
A: Yes, Trifolium Jokerstii is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for.
Q: Can Trifolium Jokerstii tolerate full sun?
A: Yes, Trifolium Jokerstii can tolerate full sun to partial shade.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Trifolium Jokerstii?
A: Trifolium Jokerstii is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Q: Does Trifolium Jokerstii attract pollinators?
A: Yes, Trifolium Jokerstii is known to attract bees and butterflies.
Related Plants
- Trifolium repens (White Clover)
- Trifolium pratense (Red Clover)
- Trifolium hybridum (Alsike Clover)
References
- “Trifolium jokerstii.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=f851.
- “Trifolium jokerstii.” PlantFiles, Dave’s Garden, https://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/202669/.
- “Trifolium jokerstii.” Encyclopedia of Life, eol.org/pages/1152876.
