Metz's Wild Petunia (Ruellia Metziae) is a perennial herb in the Acanthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Ruellia metziae, known as Metz's Wild Petunia, is a perennial forb/herb or subshrub native to Texas and northeastern Mexico, typically found in desert or dry shrubland biomes.

Metz's Wild Petunia

Metz's Wild Petunia

Ruellia Metziae

Ruellia metziae, known as Metz's Wild Petunia, is a perennial forb/herb or subshrub native to Texas and northeastern Mexico, typically found in desert or dry shrubland biomes.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Metz's Wild Petunia

Jan
Prune
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Taxonomy

Family:Acanthaceae
Genus:Ruellia