Big Trefoil is a plant that can be used for conservation and/or wildlife habitat.  Studies have shown that Big Trefoil is grazed well by deer and elk, useful for wildlife habitat for birds, and serves as a nector source for bees and other insects.

As with forage use, Big Trefoil is suited for conservation use because it:
 

• can survive in wetlands or riparian areas due to its ability to grow in waterlogged or heavy clay soils.
• is easily palatible by most wildlife due to non-bloating nature and leafy growth.
• grows prostrate and provides low cover for wildlife.
• can be broadcast over forested or recently logged areas.
• can out-compete other weeds and grasses to establishment.

In addition, researchers have shown Lotus to be very effective in land reclamation--using the plant to "clean up" old mining sites and areas that have been damaged due to mineral and/or metal contamination.

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