What is Trifolium pratense or Red Clover?

Botanical Name: Trifolium pratense

Common Names: Beebread, Cow Clover, Meadow Clover, Purple Clover, Trefoil, Wild Clover, Red Clover

Trifolium pratense is a species of flowering plant in the bean family Fabaceae, native to Europe, Western Asia, and northwest Africa.

Trifolium pratense is rich in phytoestrogens, including isoflavones such as genistein and daidzein. As a result, it has been used as a natural remedy for menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and night sweats. Red clover has also been shown to have antioxidant properties, and may help to reduce inflammation in the body. Some studies have suggested that red clover may also have anti-cancer properties.