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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers full sun exposure to partial shade.
Watering
Requires minimal watering once established; drought-tolerant.
Temperature
Thrives in mild climates; tolerates seasonal temperature swings.
Characteristics
- Leaves: Opposite, elliptic to oblanceolate, 5–20 mm long, margins entire, glabrous or slightly pubescent.
- Flowers: Minute, white, borne in small cymes; petals often shorter than sepals, sepals 2.5–4 mm hairy or glabrous.
- Stems: Prostrate to ascending, slender, branched from base, forming mats.
- Fruit: Capsule with several seeds, opening by valves.
Care Guide
Watering
Water sparingly, once a week if no rainfall
Fertilization
Light application of organic compost. Over-fertilization unnecessary; thrives in low-nutrient soils.
Coffee grounds：Dry used coffee grounds; mix thinly into topsoil to avoid mold and excess acidity.Pruning
- Remove any dead or damaged stems to maintain appearance.
- Limit spread if necessary by trimming edges.
- Prune after flowering to encourage denser growth.
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: No ASPCA listing; no known toxicity from micro-ingestion.
Humans: No specific toxicity reported; considered safe for minimal contact and incidental ingestion.
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: - Ground cover on sandy soils in gardens and restoration projects. - Can help stabilize soil in arid areas.
