Latin Name: Trifolium pratense

Parts Used: Flowers

Properties: Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Antitumor, Antitussive, Diuretic, Expectorant, Nutritive, Phytoestrogenic, Vulnerary.

Internal Uses: Acne, Arthritis, Blood Clots, Bronchitis, Cancer, Cough, Eczema, Gout, Menopause, Psoriasis, Tuberculosis, Tumours, Whooping Cough

Topical Uses: Arthritis, Burns, Conjunctivitis, Gout, Insect Bites, Lymphatic Congestion, Tumours, Wounds

Topical Applications: Poultice for burns, wounds, sores, tumours and insect bites. Compress for pain from arthritis and gout. Salve for lymphatic swelling. Eyewash for conjunctivitis.

Energetics: Sweet, Salty, Cool.

Organs: Liver, Heart, Lungs.

Growth and Harvest: Moist, well drained soil in sun. Flower heads are picked as they open.

Interactions: Possible interaction with aspirin, HRT, birth control and blood thinning medications.