Sweet Clover Herbal Remedies
Sweet clover contains coumarin and flavones, which increase blood coagulation time slightly, and help prevent leakage from tiny blood vessels in the body, which promotes free movement of the blood, prevent bruises and help relieve pain from sprains, strains, and other external trauma. The herb is sometimes recommended for thrombophlebitis and varicose veins. It has been used externally as a poultice for sore breasts and as a wash to strengthen the eyes. Sweet Clover has a taste of SWEET, AROMATIC and a temperature of COOL.
Sweet Clover Proper Dose
| Type | Dossage |
| Sweet Clover Oil | External use |
| Sweet Clover Tincture | 20-30 drops 2-3 x daily |
Sweet Clover Reference Information
| Latin Name | Melilotus officinalis |
| Other Names | Melilot |
| Part Used | Flowering Tops |
| Herb Forms | Tincture, oil, bulk herb. |
| Affects | Blood, Cardiovascular system, Integumentary system |
| Cautions | This is a coumarin-containing plant; use moderately if taken internally. Consult an experienced herbalist before using this herb if you are taking blood-thinners like dicoumarol. |
| Botanical Info | An annual or biennial from the Pea family with glabrous leaflets in three's, short spikes of yellow flowers, and a sweetish vanilla-like scent. |
Supporting Research
Felter, H.W. and J.U. Lloyd. 1983. (1898). King's Dispensatory. Portland, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications.
Weiss, R. 1988. Herbal Medicine. Beaconsfield, England: Beaconsfield Publishers.
Wren, R.C. 1988. Potter's New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs. Essex: C.W. Daniel Co. Ltd.