Trifolium medium, commonly known as Zigzag Clover, is a perennial herb native to a wide range of habitats in Europe, from Britain to the Caucasus, including grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It is a member of the pea family and is characterized by its zigzagging stems, hence the common name. Zigzag Clover typically grows to a height of 15-60 cm (6-24 inches) and has a similar width. The plant features trifoliate leaves with narrow leaflets that lack the white markings commonly found on red clover. From late spring to early autumn, it produces dense, spherical flower heads that are pink to purple in color, which are less showy than those of red clover.

Zigzag Clover is valued for its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil, improving soil fertility. It is also used as a forage plant for livestock and is beneficial for pollinators such as bees. In cultivation, it can be used in wildflower meadows, as a ground cover, or in naturalized areas. It prefers full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained soils. While generally easy to maintain, it can suffer from common clover diseases such as powdery mildew and root rots. It is not typically invasive when grown outside its native range, but care should be taken as it can self-seed prolifically under ideal conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0