Is this a rare find or a common shamrock? Fact checked by Sarah Scott Reviewed by Mary Marlowe Leverette Both Irish shamrocks and four-leaf clovers evoke St. Patrick's Day and the green landscapes ...

While the shamrock mainly has religious ties, the four-leaf clover—often mistaken for the same plant—is often associated with ...

St. Patrick is believed to have used a traditional shamrock with three leaves to represent the holy trinity, so don't be surprised if your four-leaf clover tattoo gets you a weird look if you rock ...