Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during the growing season.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows down to prevent root rot.
Also known as Large-Flower Mexican-Clover · Mexican Clover
Richardia grandiflora, largeflower Mexican clover, is an attractive annual herb with large, showy white flowers, often used as a groundcover or bedding plant.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight for best flowering. Can tolerate some direct morning sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained. Allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and extreme cold.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during the growing season.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows down to prevent root rot.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems. Pinching back the tips of young plants can promote a more compact form.
Light pruning can be done any time, with heavier pruning in spring before new growth begins.
Richardia grandiflora is easily propagated from seeds sown in spring or early summer. You can also take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer.
Root the cuttings in moist potting mix or water until roots form, then transplant.
Repot your largeflower Mexican clover every 1-2 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Where Largeflower Mexican Clover (Richardia grandiflora) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Richardia |
| Species | Richardia grandiflora |
Similar in genus Richardia
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