Red Clover (Trifolium pratense): History, Characteristics & Cultivation
genus Trifolium pratense , normally known as Red Clover , is a mintage within theTrifoliumgenus of the Fabaceae ( or Leguminosae ) family , which is also known as the pea or legume family . This industrial plant is notable for its three - booklet structure , typical of clovers , and its distinctive pink to reddish - purplish flower heads . The name “ Trifolium ” derives from the Latin news “ tres ” ( three ) and “ folium ” ( foliage ) , while “ pratense ” means “ of meadows , ” point its common habitat ....