What is a yellow sweet clover?
yellow sweet clover ( Melilotus officinalis ), or yellow Melilot, is a plant with clusters of yellow, slightly fragrant flowers and sweet hay. In general, it is found in the fields. The substance called Coumarin, which is produced by the plant and contains the properties that produce blood, are considered to be responsible as its hay -like scent. In some areas, the yellow Melilot may also be known as King's Clover, as it was assumed to be used by Henry VIII. In addition, his yellow flowers resemble the crown.
During the extensive history of this clover is used as food. Flowers, raw or cooked, are edible. Roots, leaves and seeds of yellow sweet clover are also edible. They are usually cooked like vegetables and consumed. Likewise, young leaves are often consumed in salads.
In addition, flowers and yellow melilot seeds can be used as an aroma. For example, the French used it as an aroma for rabbit stuffing for centuria. In addition, many types of cheese are used to flavor many types of cheeseIt eats flowers and seeds of yellow sweet clover. Throughout Europe and other regions, leaves and flowers were used for flavored soups, stewed meat and marinades.
yellow sweet clover also has considerable healing properties. For example, it is used as anticoagulant, diuretic, laxative, stimulating and tonic. The plant can be smoked or made for tea and used internally or prepared as a tiling for external use. Its most important remedies are for the treatment of hemorrhoids, varicose veins, flatulence and other gastrointestinal disorders. The yellow Melilot also helps to reduce the risk of thrombosis or the clot blot.
headaches, painful urination, heart palpitations, menstruation and sore muscles can be reduced by yellow sweet clover drugs. It was also known to soften and soothe the skin of some people. Because the plant acts as a slight sedative, it can help relieve insomnia and nerve in tea formvoltage. It can be ideal for inflammation, ulcers, swollen joints, bruises, cooking, minor wounds and rheumatism.
yellow sweet clover leaves can be dried and used as repellent insects and is considered to be particularly good for removing moths. These leaves were once used to filling pillows and mattresses, although it is rarely, if at all, practicing today. In general, the plant is harvested in summer and then dried for later use.
If they are not properly dried, yellow sweet clover leaves can spoil and produce a toxic anticoagulant. Toxin, called dicoumarol, is actually transformed from Coumarin and prevents blood clotting. Dicoumarol is so strong that it is often a component found in many types of poison. In addition to the potential of the plant, to produce this harmful substance, it is recommended to be prescribed by a history of poor blood clotting.