Four-leaf clover plant Plant Care

Four-leaf clover plant (Tetrorchidium microphyllum) belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family within the Tetrorchidium genus. Four-leaf clover plant is native to Panama. Four-leaf clover plant is also known as Miniature four-leaf clover.

Four-leaf clover plant displays a compact, bushy shrub growth habit, reaching up to 2.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2.5 ft. Four-leaf clover plant produces small white clustered flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Four-leaf clover plant every 7–10 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Four-leaf clover plant thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Four-leaf clover plant in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Tetrorchidium microphyllum tolerates temperatures of 65–80°F. Four-leaf clover plant prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Four-leaf clover plant to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Four-leaf clover plant every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.

Choose a spot with bright indirect light and well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Four-leaf clover plant is suited to USDA Zone 13b.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

Four-leaf clover plant can spread to about 3 ft (0.8 m) and reach about 3 ft (1 m) tall. Space plants about 3 ft (0.8 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

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Prune Four-leaf clover plant while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.

Four-leaf clover plant is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 13). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Four-leaf clover plant can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to tetrorchidium brevifolium plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Four-leaf clover plant is susceptible to spider mites, scale insects, mealybugs. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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Four-leaf clover plant grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Four-leaf clover plant is native to Panama. In cooler regions, grow Four-leaf clover plant as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.