Caucasian clover

Summary

Caucasian clover (Trifolium ambiguum) is a very persistent perennial legume originating from temperate areas in southern Russia, Romania, eastern Turkey, Iran and Iraq. It was first introduced to Australia in 1931. Caucasian clover has been found to be a useful and very persistent pasture plant in higher elevation areas of south-eastern Australia, and has also been used for erosion control and stabilisation of roadside cuttings in alpine and sub-alpine regions.

This Primefact contains information on the following:

• Adaptation
• Description
• Varieties
• Establishment and management
• Herbage production and quality