Useful Nova Scotia Plants

Plants

Red Clover

Common name

Red Clover

Latin name

Trifolium pratense

Characters

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

Herb

Edible Portion

Flower

Habitat

Grassy areas, roadsides, pastures and lawns

Geography

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
Photo: Alain Belliveau