Last Updated on November 1, 2020 by Avia

Five Leaf Clover Meaning

Five Leaf Clover Meaning: The following is a response to a question received by a reader of this website. She found a five leaf clover and wanted to know the symbolic meaning behind it. Her question is as follows:

“Hi Avia, I found a five leaf clover. I’ve read your website, and got good information about clover meaning, but nothing about this particular type of clover.

I wonder if you could give me an explanation as to what it means when we find five leaf clovers on our path? I pay close attention to anomalies in my life, and when something unusual shows up like this, I take it as a sign. I would love to know what you thoughts on this are. Thank you.”

Avia’s Response toFive Leaf Clover Meaning

Five is a powerful number; it is symbolic of the harmonic unification of all elements.

This numerological ideal combined with clover meaning is very auspicious and powerful.

Clover meanings deal with: Furthering the symbolism of abundance, clover growth is prolific with very little provocation. It also symbolizes stability, expanse and fecundity (fertility).

Just as the three leaf clover represents one of three tenets, so too does the five-leafer.

Meaning for Each Leaf on the Five Leaf Clover

Here are some ideas for representation of each of the five leaves of a clover…

♦ One Leaf: Symbolic of initiation, starting, assertionDirection: East- Symbolic of communication, beginnings and new growth).Element: Air- Symbolic of mind, intellect, communication, spiritualitySeason: Spring- New beginnings, new growth

♦ Two Leaves: Symbolic of choice, duality, balanceDirection: South- Symbolic of energy, passion, creativityElement: Fire- Spark of life, spiritual fervor, being ignitedSeason: Summer- Abundance, Provision, Celebration

♦ Three Leaves: Symbolic of innovation, harmony, creationDirection: West- Symbolic of emotion, psyche, movementElement: Water- Fluidity, adaptation, purification, cleansingSeason: Fall- Harvest, preparation, transition

♦ Four Leaves: Symbolic of foundations, stability, orderDirection: North- Symbolic of home, security, fertilityElement: Earth- structural, roots, family, groundingSeason: Winter- Stillness, introspection, withdrawal

♦ Five Leaves: Symbolic of transition, adventure, travel, unpredictabilityDirection: Center- Symbolic of focus and union with all directionElement: Aether- knowing, intangibility, intuition, precognitionSeason: Transits- The week between each season. It represents being in the present moment and surrendering to transition.

Just thoughts. More links provided below to offer more explanations.

Brightly,Avia