Buffalo Clover
The running buffalo clover is a native clover of Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana,
Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas. It once flourished throughout the
grasslands of the eastern and central United States along streams and buffalo
trails. During the last century its numbers declined drastically. It is threatened
by habitat loss and competition with introduced clover species. Running
buffalo clover is listed endangered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Running buffalo clover is a perennial …
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…As bison were eliminated, vital habitat
and a means of seed dispersal was lost. Currently, running buffalo clover is
restricted to managed sites where it was reintroduced and the two natural
populations. However, other natural sites may exist, and landowners can play
an active role in identifying and protecting new populations.
Running Buffalo Clover Populations in the US.
Arkansas-0 populations
Illinois-0 populations
Indiana-2 populations
Kentucky-23 populations
Missouri-1 population
Nebraska-0 populations
Ohio-12 populations
West Virginia-8 populations
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