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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers full to partial sun; tolerates light shade in hot, arid regions to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Water when the top 1 cm of soil dries out; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot in poorly drained soil
Temperature
Thrives in cool to temperate temperatures; tolerates light spring and autumn frosts without significant damage
Characteristics
- Leaf: Small, palmately lobed, parsley-like leaves arranged in rosettes at stem nodes
- Flower: Inconspicuous greenish, petal-less flowers clustered in leaf axils
- Stem: Slender, branching, prostrate or ascending stems that spread horizontally
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged to support active growth
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed every 2 weeks. Use diluted feeds only if soil is nutrient-poor; avoid over-fertilization to prevent leggy growth
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried, rinsed eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to add slow-release calcium without burning delicate rootsPruning
- Trim back overgrown stems to maintain a compact, even mat form
- Remove dead or yellowing foliage to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
- Cut back plants after flowering to encourage self-seeding for next season's growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA has no listed toxicity; safe for cats with no reported adverse effects
Humans: No known toxicity to humans; safe for handling and incidental contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens, lawn alternatives, and erosion control on sloped areas
