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.
Key Products for Control:
Contra M Duo - 65mL/100sqm *Not safe for Buffalo lawns
Please contact the LawnPride Support Team to discuss alternative options.
Contact us via email: info@lawnpride.com.au, or Phone: +61 479 086 039.
Disclaimer: Multiple applications may be required to effectively control this weed.
For 6-months weed germination prevention, we recommend Pre-Emergent Herbicides, such as; Spartan, Barricade, or Onset.
