Clover (Trifolium)
Clover Genus Details
Many people recognize clover as a 1-3 inch plant growing amongst their otherwise well-manicured lawns. Clover is primarily insect-pollinated. The pollen-bearing structures (stamens) are concealed in the fold of the lower petal, and are not exposed except by the action of an insect. Usually consisting of three tear-drop-shaped leaves, an occasional four-leafed clover will appear, and is said to bring about good luck in legends. Clovers are common icons used to represent anything Irish (at least in the U.S. popular culture).
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Clover (trifolium genus)
Clover Allergy Info
Despite the low amount of pollen shed, several species have been suspected of causing allergy problems.
Clover Pollen Description
Trifolium grains are prolate to subprolate; the amb triangular, rounded-triangular or with convex sides. The grains are reticulate.
Pollen grains are small (25-28 X 18-20 micrometers).
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Trifolium pratense, single grain. Herb. MIN
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Trifolium pratense, multiple grains. Herb. MIN
Species in This Genus
Allergenicity Legend:
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Moderate Allergen |
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Allergy Test Available
Mild Allergen |
Moderate Allergen |
Severe Allergen |
Allergy Test Available
Clover (Trifolium) is a genus of the FABACEAE family.
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
