Any of an Old World group of low-growing leguminous plants (see legume), usually with leaves consisting of three leaflets and small flowers in dense heads. Sweet clover refers to various species belonging to the related genus Melilotus. (True clover genus Trifolium, family Leguminosae.)
Blue recalls the clear sky, the Atlantic Ocean, water, and rain. Red represents Namibia's people reflecting their heroism and desire for equal opportunity. White stands for peace and unity. Green symbolizes vegetation and agriculture. Effective date: 21 March 1990.