Red Clover (Trifolium Pratense)

This plant is very common to any disturbed area where it has enough light. Even limited in the old field to the edges where competition is mowed away or cannot grow near the walking path. Is a very hardy plant with limited conditions in which it cannot grow. This member of the Fabaceae family is noticable because of the pictured purple flower, as well as a white "V" in the oval leaflets. It is a popular fall forage for many species of wildlife such as White-tailed Deer and Snowshoe Hare.