Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Yellow Trefoil
MainColor	Yellow
PlantType	Herb
Growth Type	Native
Season	May
ImageUrl	Medicago-001
Photographer	DP
Location
Human Toxicity	Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

A low-growing, clover-like plant with small yellow flowers, often found in lawns, roadsides, and fields. It fixes nitrogen in the soil and provides forage for pollinators. Black medick is sometimes mistaken for common clovers due to its similar appearance.

Distribution

Native to Europe, including the UK, and common throughout the countryside.

Medicinal/Other Uses

Traditionally used in folk medicine for digestive issues and wound healing.

Edibility

Leaves are technically edible, but rarely consumed due to their bitter taste.

Human Toxicity

Contains coumarins, which can be harmful to livestock like cattle in very large quantities, but not typically an issue for humans or pets.

Pet Toxicity

Not Toxic

Active Compounds

Coumarins, flavonoids, tannins.