Rough Mexican Clover (Richardia Scabra) is a annual herb in the Rubiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Richardia scabra is a loosely branched, prostrate annual herb growing up to 80 cm tall with quadrangular, hairy, red-brown stems and opposite, elliptic to lanceolate leaves.

Rough Mexican Clover

Rough Mexican Clover

Richardia Scabra

Richardia scabra is a loosely branched, prostrate annual herb growing up to 80 cm tall with quadrangular, hairy, red-brown stems and opposite, elliptic to lanceolate leaves.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Rough Mexican Clover

Jan
Prune
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Mar
Repot
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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:Rubiaceae
Genus:Richardia