Description
Trifolium alexandrinum, known as berseem clover or Egyptian clover, is a fast-growing, annual legume. Originating in the Mediterranean and Middle East, it is widely cultivated globally. The plant reaches a height of 45 to 75 cm with an erect, sparsely hairy stem and a shallow taproot. Its leaves are composed of three slender leaflets, and the flowers are creamy white, forming dense, elliptical heads.
This species is primarily used in agriculture for its ability to enrich soil through nitrogen fixation and its value as a highly digestible, non-bloating forage for livestock. It is often utilized as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and suppress weeds, and can be cut multiple times in a single season for hay or green feed.
Germination Guide
🌍 Mediterranean region, Egypt, Syria
Moderate
Trifolium alexandrinum (Berseem clover) is an annual legume forage crop native to Mediterranean region and Egypt, widely cultivated in subtropical regions for livestock feed and soil improvement through nitrogen fixation
Germination
Germination time
Expect germination in
3 – 4 days
Temperature
Min 8°C
Ideal 20°C
Max 40°C
Substrate moisture
💧 Medium
Sowing depth
Lightly covered
Seed Pre-treatment
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Soaking — 18 hours
Warm water soaking for 12-24 hours after hot water treatment improves germination
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Mechanical scarification
Mechanical scarification with sandpaper (100 grit) increased germination from 10-40% to 85-95%. Hot water scarification: nearly boiling water followed by 12-24 hours warm water soak
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Additional notes
Hard seed coat requires scarification to improve germination rates. Pretreatment is recommended to speed germination
Substrate & Container
Recommended substrate
loamy, sandy, well-draining soil rich in organic matter
Recommended container
direct sowing or seed bed with adequate drainage
Growing Tips
Seeds require light for germination; do not bury deeply. Seeds have hard coat and benefit from pre-sowing scarification. Requires good humidity and minimum 8-9°C for emergence. Best sown in autumn or early spring depending on climate. Establishes within few weeks under favorable conditions
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