Trifolium pratense L.Red or purple clover |
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Names and MythsTrifolium Latin tres, three, and folium, leaf pratense indicates the meadow habitat. |
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Natural history / FolkloreYoung leaves, flowers and seeds are all listed as edible.34 Since large quanities have been known to cause bloating in cattle, moderation may be in order.32 A crop plant that is grown from coast to coast.6 Like the other legumes clover provides a home for nitrogen fixing bacteria.39 |
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DescriptionMay - August Magenta or purple flowers in stalkless heads. |
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