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Mexican Clover
Common Name
Mexican clover, White eye
Scientific Name
Richardia brasiliensis
Family
Rubiaceae
Lifecycle
Annual or Perennial
Seasons of Growth
Flowing between Spring and Autumn.
Key Distinguishing Feature
Stems appear sprawling with short, rough hairs (especially along the edges). These leaves appear oval and are pointed at the tip. Flowers are small and white, bunching in groups of 20 or more.
Native to South America, this weed prefers damp shady places. Mexican Clover AKA White Eye is an annual herb with prostrate stems developing a long taproot system. The branching stems grow up to 40 centimetres long and lie prostrate or grow upright.
