White Clover (Trifolium repens) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United Kingdom, belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is one of the most common and recognisable clover species found in the UK, thriving in a wide range of habitats including grasslands, meadows, lawns, and roadside verges.

White Clover has moderate nutrient requirements and grows best in well-drained soils with moderate fertility. It has the ability to fix nitrogen from the atmosphere through its symbiotic relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria, making it valuable for improving soil health and fertility.

In its natural habitat, White Clover serves as a food source for various herbivores, including rabbits, hares, and livestock. However, its bitter-tasting leaves and potentially toxic compounds provide some defence against excessive grazing pressure.

As a perennial plant, White Clover can live for several years, with individual plants producing flowers from spring to late summer.

Culturally, White Clover holds significance as a symbol of luck and abundance in traditional folklore and superstitions. It is also valued for its ecological role in supporting pollinators, including bees and butterflies, with its nectar-rich flowers providing an important food source during the summer months.

An interesting fact about White Clover is its ability to spread rapidly through its creeping stems (stolons), forming dense mats of foliage that suppress weed growth and improve soil stability. This trait makes it a common component of grassland ecosystems and an important species for biodiversity conservation.