What's a Four Leaf Clover?

The four-leaf clover is a rare variation of the common three-leaf clover. According to traditional sayings, such clovers bring good luck, though it is not clear when or how this idea began.

What do the 4 leaves on a clover mean?

There are approximately 10,000 three-leaf clovers for every “lucky” four-leaf clover. ... The leaves of four-leaf clovers are said to stand for faith, hope, love, and luck. It's often said that Ireland is home to more four-leaf clovers than any other place, giving meaning to the phrase “the luck of the Irish.”

Should you pick a four-leaf clover?

According to Irish tradition, those who find a four-leaf clover are destined for good luck, as each leaf in the clover symbolizes good omens for faith, hope, love, and luck for the finder. ... However, good luck can be hard to come by if you're only relying on finding a four-leaf clover, let alone a five-leaf clover!