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Common Name(s): Red Clover, Clover,Red
Species: Trifolium pratense
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Family: Fabaceae
Longevity: Annual
Season: Cool
Origin: Introduced
Height: 2 feet
Flowers: May - July
Description: A legume adapted to a variety of well drained sites. Can tolerate moderately acid soils. Flowers form an oblong or egg-shaped head and are a pinkish-red color. Although it has been reported to cause bloating in cattle, its large velvety leaves make it a preferred livestock forage. Browsed by white-tailed deer, turkey and other wildlife.
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