Plants
Red Clover
Common name
Red CloverLatin name
Trifolium pratenseCharacters
Distinctive in flower as its flowers are reddish or pink, collectively forming a round head. Leaves are divided into 1–3 ovate leaflets, usually with a paler chevron on the upper surface. Flowers from May through to October.
Habit
HerbEdible Portion
FlowerHabitat
Grassy areas, roadsides, pastures and lawnsGeography
Common throughout
Used For
Flowers may be used in fresh salads, dried or fresh in tea
Cautions
Some people may experience bloating after consuming a significant number of flowers