Yellow Sweet Clover

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Yellow Sweet Clover

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Names

Melilotus officinalis, White Sweet Clover

Description

Biennial that can grow up to nine feet. Leaves are clover-like. Flowers are small, white or yellow and fragrant. Fruit is in smooth pods.

Yellow

Yellow Sweet Clover

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White

Yellow Sweet Clover

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Concern Level

High in winter when fed as dried forage, dangerous when it becomes moldy.

Toxic Parts

Leaves, stems & mold on dried sweet clover hay.

Symptoms

Hemorrhaging, anemia

Danger

Mold contains dicumarol which affects blood coagulation process. Can cross the placenta and affect newborns.

Yellow Sweet Clover

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More Information

The Merck Veterinary Manual

*It should be noted that we are not veterinarians. This information is written specifically for horses and should be used for reference purposes only. If you think your horse has eaten something toxic call your vet right away.

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