This little plant is loaded with symbolism. White Clover (Trifolium repens) has been used as animal fodder probably since the domestication of farm animals. It is also connected to the idea of good luck and prosperity.
I also think the flowers are beautiful.
The saying ‘we’re in clover’ is believed to be linked to the fact cattle that feed on clover grow fat and healthy and thus bring prosperity to the farmer or the family with a milk cow.
The name of this plant gives away a couple of its characteristics, Trifolium- three leaves, repens- usually meaning it grows along the ground.
Finding a clover leaf with four separate parts instead of the usual three will supposedly bring the finder good luck. This ancient Celtic belief later became associated with Christianity with the idea the first three leaves represented Faith, Hope, and love, while the fourth leaf represented God’s grace. Personally, I think it’s just a variation the plant throws out occasionally. That doesn’t stop me looking though!
Clover has been used as a pasture grass and in some lawn mixes due to the fact it is a nitrogen fixer. This is a term that describes a plant that has the ability to interact through its root system with beneficial bacteria in the soil and the nitrogen gases to make that nitrogen available to the plant. Nitrogen is a very important element for plant growth.
I also think the flowers are beautiful. 🙂
Til next time!
The Flowerpot Pen 