Suckling Clover (Trifolium dubium)

Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Trifolium dubium is a ANNUAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is not frost tender. It is in flower from May to October, and the seeds ripen from July to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. It can fix Nitrogen. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Grassy places throughout Britain. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)