Berseem Clover Plant Care

Berseem Clover (Trifolium alexandrinum) belongs to the Fabaceae family within the Trifolium genus. Berseem Clover is native to northeast Africa and southwest Asia. Berseem Clover is also known as Egyptian Clover, Subterranean Clover.

Berseem Clover displays a low-growing spreading perennial growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Berseem Clover produces small rounded flower clusters in white, pink, or red.

Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.

Trifolium alexandrinum requires watering every 3–7 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.

Berseem Clover thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Trifolium alexandrinum grows best at temperatures of 50–80°F. Berseem Clover prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Berseem Clover to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Berseem Clover every 4 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.

Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.

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Divide and replant every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.

Berseem Clover can be propagated through seeds, division of clumps. Similar propagation techniques also apply to purple clover plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Berseem Clover is susceptible to aphids, leafhoppers, clover mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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Berseem Clover grows outdoors in USDA Zone 8a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 8a. Berseem Clover is native to northeast Africa and southwest Asia.