Thurber's Randia (Randia Thurberi) is a perennial shrub in the Rubiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Randia thurberi is a densely branching, spiny, dry deciduous shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America, known for its small spoon-shaped leaves and white, sweetly scented tubular flowers.

Thurber's Randia

Thurber's Randia

Randia Thurberi

Randia thurberi is a densely branching, spiny, dry deciduous shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America, known for its small spoon-shaped leaves and white, sweetly scented tubular flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:drought-tolerant specimen, pollinator attractor, spiny barrier plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Thurber's Randia

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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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Thurber's Randia
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Taxonomy

Family:Rubiaceae
Genus:Randia