Tree Clover (Trifolium ciliolatum) is in the Legumes family (Fabaceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 932 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in April.
Nationally it blooms mainly from April to April, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Tree Clover: observations by month (U.S.)
About Tree Clover
Trifolium ciliolatum is a species of clover known by the common name foothill clover. It is native to western North America from Washington to Baja California.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Tree Clover by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 932 | April | Apr–Apr |
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
Tomcat Clover
American hog-peanut
Purple Crownvetch
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 Tree Clover?
Nationally, April has the most observations, with the main season from April to April.
Where is Tree Clover most often seen?
The most observations come from California.