St. Patrick is believed to have used a three-leaf clover to explain the complexity of the Trinity to nonbelievers in 5th century Ireland. Ever since, the shamrock has been revered by the Irish and ...

The three-leaf clover is closely tied to St. Patrick, but not many know its true meaning. Let us share the story behind this plant with you.

Unlike shamrocks, which have three leaves, four-leaf clovers aren't considered religious symbols, especially not in Ireland. Related: 17 St. Patrick's Day Traditions To Help You Celebrate Irish Pride ...

While the shamrock mainly has religious ties, the four-leaf clover—often mistaken for the same plant—is often associated with luck. But why is that? How rare are four-leaf clovers?

While a shamrock is a clover with three leaflets, some clovers have four leaves and are thought to bring luck to anyone who finds one. “There is about a 1 in 10,000 chance of finding a four-leaf ...

BRAIN TEASER: CAN YOU FIND 5 STARS HIDDEN IN THIS FLOWER FIELD? If you’re not ready to give up, note that the illustration includes multiple four-leaf clovers and a single three-leaf shamrock.

Shamrock, which comes from the Old Irish word seamróg, means “little clover” and describes a three-leaf clover. Since a four-leaf clover has four leaves, it is not considered a shamrock.

It's not what St. Patrick used, but today's three-leaved shamrock plant can make a nice houseplant St. Patrick is believed to have used a three-leaf clover to explain the complexity of the Trinity ...

Unlike shamrocks, which have three leaves, four-leaf clovers aren't considered religious symbols, especially not in Ireland. Related: 17 St. Patrick's Day Traditions To Help You Celebrate Irish Pride ...