Lesser Trefoil

An annual weed of turf surfaces, including newly sown areas, or thin often weak swards. It has trifoliate leaves like clover, being 3mm to 8mm in length and up to 5mm in width, with a creeping growth habit. It flowers from May to September, having yellow flowers, with a rounded flower head of about 10mm diameter, with many florets. It prefers dry to moist soils; a more neutral soil pH, and in an open environment without shade. Its scientific name is Trifolium dubium. It is also commonly referred to as Yellow Suckling Clover.