Red Spiderling (Boerhavia Repens) is a annual to perennial herb in the Nyctaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Boerhavia repens is a prostrate or straggling herbaceous plant with slender taproot and stems up to 60 cm long. It is found in seasonally dry tropical regions and is known for its groundcover habit.

Red Spiderling

Red Spiderling

Boerhavia Repens

Boerhavia repens is a prostrate or straggling herbaceous plant with slender taproot and stems up to 60 cm long. It is found in seasonally dry tropical regions and is known for its groundcover habit.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual to perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Red Spiderling

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Nyctaginaceae
Genus:Boerhavia