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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers partial shade to full shade; tolerates low indoor light but thrives in dappled outdoor shade
Watering
Water when the top 2 cm of soil is dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot in poorly drained soil
Temperature
Thrives in cool to temperate temperatures; avoid prolonged exposure to heat above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Oval to lanceolate, soft, light green, with fine hairs on undersides
- Flower: Tiny, greenish-white, clustered in leaf axils, non-showy
- Stem: Slender, branching, trailing or upright, covered in fine trichomes
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist but not waterlogged
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once every 2 months. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent leggy growth
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder and sprinkle a thin layer on the soil surface to boost calcium levels and improve soil drainagePruning
- Trim back overgrown stems to maintain a compact mat form
- Remove dead or yellowing foliage to improve airflow
- Cut back spent flower clusters after blooming to encourage new growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No documented toxicity to cats
Humans: Pollen may trigger allergic rhinitis or skin irritation in sensitive individuals; no acute toxic ingestion risk
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental groundcover for stone walls and path cracks; traditional medicinal use for urinary tract support
