Fabaceae
Clover White
Trifolium repens
✓ Generally Safe
Avoid in Pregnancy
Native to: Europe, Central Asia (naturalized globally)
Also known as: Dutch Clover, White Dutch Clover, Shamrock
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Parts Used
FlowerLeaf
Therapeutic Uses
Mild menopausal symptoms, bone health support, immune support. Milder than red clover (T. pratense). Safe nutritive food-herb.
Herbal Actions
Phytoestrogenic (milder than red clover), anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, nutritive
Active Constituents
Isoflavones (biochanin A, formononetin, daidzein, genistein), flavonoids (quercetin, rutin, kaempferol), coumestans, vitamins C and B
Preparation Methods
☕ Herbal Tea🏺 TinctureFood
Traditional Preparation Notes
| Herbal Tea | 2 tsp fresh or dried flowers per 250ml, steep 10 min, 3x daily |
| Tincture | 2–4 ml (1:5, 35% ethanol), 3x daily |
| Notes | Milder isoflavone content than red clover. Traditional shamrock of Ireland. Edible flowers in salads. Combine with red clover for menopausal formula. |
Safety Information
Safety Rating
✓ Generally Safe
Pregnancy
Avoid in Pregnancy
Drug Interactions
Possible — consult doctor
Contraindications: Hormone-sensitive conditions. Pregnancy (phytoestrogenic). Anticoagulants (coumestrol).
Side Effects: Estrogenic effects. GI upset. Very well tolerated at low doses.