Why are four leaf clovers considered lucky?

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25 févr. 2026 5 min
Why are four leaf clovers considered lucky?
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You’ve most likely heard of this plant before, and seen one if you were lucky! Maybe you’ve even tried to find one in a field or a garden. The four leaf clover is without doubt one of the most popular and fascinating symbols of luck. A four leaf clover is a clover plant that has four leaves instead of the usual three. A clover plant is a type of herb that belongs to the pea family. It has small flowers that can be white, pink, or purple. It grows in many parts of the world, especially in temperate and humid regions. How do four leaf clovers differ from regular clovers? Where does the myth come from? What are the most common uses of four leaf clovers? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How long do I have to wait to swim after eating?⁠ ⁠What are the world's least safe travel destinations?⁠ ⁠Why do we get travel sick?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 17/6/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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