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Common Kidneyvetch

Anthyllis vulneraria

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Field Notes

Description:

Kidney vetch is a medicinal plant native to Europe. One of its nicknames is woundwort, which refers to its capacity to help heal wounds. The flower looks a lot like a clover, but then usually yellow and more robust. It only blooms a couple of times in its short life. The plant itself is covered in silky white hairs.

Habitat:

Mountain meadow.

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