The Encyclopedia of Crystals, Herbs, and New Age Elements: An A to Z Guide to New Age Elements and How to Use Them - Adams Media 2016

Red Clover
The Power of Flowers: Flower Essences

ORIGINS

Red clover (Trifolium pratense) is a Eurasian perennial with rose-colored flowers and trifoliate leaves (hence the genus name). It is largely used as a cover crop, to protect and enrich the soil, and is also a favorite of grazing farm animals. The idiom “in clover” describes a carefree life of ease, comfort, and prosperity.

HISTORY/LORE

In ancient China, dried red clover was burned at altars as incense. Medieval Christians associated this plant’s three-part leaves with the holy trinity. There is a long history of red clover being used to treat cancer, specifically breast, ovarian, and lymphatic cancers. Red clover became the state flower of Vermont in 1895.

USES

When mass consciousness threatens your sense of identity, red clover flower essence keeps you firmly rooted in your beliefs. It supports self-awareness and helps you locate and act from your own center of truth. This flower essence also encourages a calm demeanor in crisis situations. Turn to it in times when cleansing or balancing is needed.