The mutation that causes more leaves to grow in some white clover plants most commonly results in four-leaf clovers. But sometimes, you end up with even more leaves, which is supposed to be even luckier. For example, six-leafed clovers are supposed to bring faith, hope, love, extra luck, money, and good fortune.

Why is a 4 leaf clover lucky?

Four-leaf clovers were Celtic charms, presumed to offer magical protection and ward off bad luck. Children in the Middle Ages believed if they carried a four-leaf clover, they would be able to see fairies, and the first literary reference to suggest their good fortune was made in 1620 by Sir John Melton.

What are 4 leaf clovers good for?

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. A lesser-known fact about four-leaf clovers is that they aren't the luckiest symbol after all.