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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers partial shade to full shade; tolerates brief morning direct sun without leaf scorch
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist; avoid complete drying out, as the shallow root system cannot tolerate drought
Temperature
Thrives in cool to temperate conditions; avoid prolonged temperatures above 28°C which can cause rapid wilting
Characteristics
- Leaf: Opposite, oval to lanceolate, 2–5 mm long, bright green with smooth margins
- Flower: Solitary, 2–3 mm wide, white or pale pink petals with yellow central stamens
- Stem: Slender, creeping, freely branching to form dense, low mats
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain constant soil moisture; mist surface if top 1 cm dries out
Fertilization
Diluted organic feed once every 2 weeks. Use low-nitrogen feed to promote flower production rather than foliage growth
Composted eggshell powder：Mix 1 tsp of finely ground eggshell powder into the top 1 cm of soil monthly to improve soil structure and boost calcium levels; avoid raw eggshells to prevent pest issuesPruning
- Remove spent flower heads to prevent unwanted self-seeding if desired
- Trim back dead foliage after the plant completes its annual life cycle
- Thin dense mats to improve airflow and reduce fungal growth in damp conditions
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No recorded toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects on humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Low-growing ground cover for damp garden areas; supports small pollinators like solitary bees
