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Alfalfa Flower
Alfalfa flowers are small purple to violet pea-family blossoms arranged in compact clusters on Medicago sativa. Dried flowers have a mild grassy, hay-like aroma and produce a pale golden-green infusion.
Traditionally used for
Fatigue, Nutritional deficiency
Potential benefits
Hormone balance, antioxidant, nutritional, mineral-rich
Ingredients
Alfalfa Flower
Origin
Iran, Turkey, Central Asia
How it is traditionally prepared
1–2 tsp dried flowers per 8 oz water, steep 5–10 minutes, 1 cup daily
Cautions and who should avoid it
Vitamin K may interact with warfarin; limited evidence for concentrated flower preparations; caution during pregnancy and breastfeeding
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This information is for general education about traditional herbal use. It is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk with a qualified healthcare professional before using herbs, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a health condition.