Trifolium parryi
(Parry’s Clover)
Trifolium parryi, Hoosier Pass, Summit Co. 9088
Trifolium parryi, Mayflower Gulch, Summit Co. 0553
Trifolium parryi, Loveland Pass, Clear Creek Co. 6862
Trifolium parryi, Loveland Pass, Clear Creek Co. 1889
Trifolium parryi, Loveland Pass, Clear Creek Co. 7836
Trifolium parryi, Hoosier Pass, Summit Co. 9097
| Scientific Name | Trifolium parryi | USDA PLANTS Symbol | TRPA5 |
| Common Name | Parry's Clover | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 26304 |
| Family | Fabaceae (Pea) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description |
Life zones and habitat: Montane to alpine (9500 to 14000 ft.); along streams and open, moist areas. Plant: Perennial 2 to 8 inches high, smooth leafless stems. Leaves: Basal composite leaves divided into 3 obovate to elliptic leaflets 3/8 to 1-inch long; toothed edges. Inflorescence: Round clusters of 15 to 20 reddish-lavender to purple flowers, each 1/2-inch long. Bloom Period: June to August. References: "Guide to Colorado Wildflowers" by G.K. Guennel, "Flora of Colorado" by Jennifer Ackerfield, American Southwest. |
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Colorado Status: Native |
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