Red Clover


Red Clover (Trifolium pratense)

Found in both Eastern Deciduous Forest and Tall Grass Prairie

Uses:
  • Burns and blisters (flower extract)
  • Fungal infections (flower poultice)
Active Chemical
  • Beta Carotene, C40H56
http://sciencelearn.org.nz/Contexts/Food-Function-and-Structure/Science-Ideas-and-Concepts/Phytochemicals


Bibliography: Foster, S., & Duke, J. (2000). A field guide to medicinal plants and herbs of eastern and central North America (2nd ed.). Boston: Houghton Mifflin.




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