Richardia grandiflora
Largeflower Mexican Clover
Also known as: Richardia divergens (Pohl ex DC.) Steud. +11 more
- Richardia divergens (Pohl ex DC.) Steud.
- Richardia grandiflora f. albiflora Kuntze
- Richardia grandiflora f. lilacina Kuntze
- Richardia lateralis (Pohl ex DC.) Steud.
- Richardia sparsa (Pohl ex DC.) Steud.
- Richardsonia divergens Pohl ex DC.
- Richardsonia grandiflora Cham. & Schltdl.
- Richardsonia lateralis Pohl ex DC.
- Richardsonia sparsa Pohl ex DC.
- Spermacoce divergens Pohl ex DC.
- Spermacoce lateralis Pohl ex DC.
- Spermacoce sparsa Pohl ex DC.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Rubiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual or perennial.
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Richardia grandiflora (commonly known as Largeflower Mexican Clover) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Rubiaceae family. Found natively in South America, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Southern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Bolivia, Brazil North, Brazil Northeast, Brazil South, Brazil Southeast, Brazil West-Central, Paraguay, Uruguay
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Florida