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| Clover (Trifolium pratense) | Perennial | |
| Common names: Red Clover, Trefoil, Wild Clover | Family: Leguminosae |
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Range: Native to Europe, Asia and northern Africa. Naturalized in other parts of the world. |
| History: Clover enjoys sandy hillsides and
makes for a prolific and attractive groundcover. Bees enjoy its
nectar, but seem to have a preference for white clover.
Medicinally, clover is used internally (as an infusion) to treat cough, especially whooping cough. Externally, red clover can be prepared as a wash to treat various skin conditions, including acne, psoriasis and eczema. Consituents: volatile oil, isoflavonoids, coumarin derivatives, cyanogenic glycodises |
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