White Clover (Trifolium repens)
Legume Family (Fabaceae)

Habitat:

This plant grows in fields and lawns to a height of 3-8 inches.

Leaves:

Trifoliate, with round- to oval-shaped leaflets. They have distinct whitish markings and are smaller than the leaves of Red Clover.

Flowers:

Tiny, white to pink, and growing in rounded clusters. The clusters are generally smaller than those of Red Clover. Each flower is shaped like a little bird.

Helpful Tips:

White Clover is not native to Maine. Brought here from Europe and Asia, it is found throughout North America. For more information, see Audubon Wildflower or Flora of Maine.