Sweet clover is a plant that is known for its fragrant and sweet aroma. It is also referred to by several other synonyms that include melilot, yellow sweet clover, white sweet clover, and wild clover. Melilot is the most commonly used synonym for sweet clover, and it has two major types, the yellow sweet clover and the white sweet clover. These types differ in their color and the intensity of their fragrance but share a common sweet scent. Despite its sweet aroma, sweet clover can have some toxic effects on grazing animals if they consume too much of it, making it important to know its various synonyms.