Tomcat Clover (Trifolium willdenovii) is in the Legumes family (Fabaceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 5,805 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in April.
Nationally it blooms mainly from March to April, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Tomcat Clover: observations by month (U.S.)
About Tomcat Clover
Trifolium willdenovii, the tomcat clover, is a species of plant in the pea family Fabaceae. This species occurs in the western part of North America. As an example occurrence, it is found in the California Coast Ranges in such places as Ring Mountain, California, where it is found in association with Cup clover.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Tomcat Clover by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 5,715 | April | Mar–Apr |
| Oregon | 56 | May | Apr–Jun |
| Washington | 33 | May | Apr–May |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (Legumes)
White Clover
Red Clover
Texas bluebonnet
Bird's-Foot Trefoil
Rose Clover
American hog-peanut
Purple Crownvetch
Partridge Pea
Photography tips
- Photograph flowers on calm, overcast mornings to avoid wind blur and harsh shadows.
- Get low: a shallow depth of field (f/2.8–f/5.6) isolates a bloom against soft color.
- Stay on trails — trampling meadows kills plants and ruins next year's display.
- Try a kaleidoscope abstract of a single bloom with our online kaleidoscope tool.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Tomcat Clover?
Nationally, April has the most observations, with the main season from March to April.
Where is Tomcat Clover most often seen?
The most observations come from California, Oregon, Washington.