PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers partial sun to full shade; thrives in dappled woodland light and avoids intense midday summer sun
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; avoid allowing the root zone to dry out completely
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; prefers cool temperate conditions and struggles with sustained heat above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Opposite, oval to lanceolate bright green leaves with smooth margins, 1–4 cm long
- Flower: Small white star-shaped blooms with 5 deeply notched petals, clustered at stem tips
- Stem: Slender, trailing or upright stems with fine hairs along edges
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist to support active growth
Fertilization
Diluted organic feed once monthly. Use low-nitrogen organic feeds to avoid excessive foliage growth at the expense of blooms
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush fully dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface and water in to release slow-release calciumPruning
- Trim back overgrown trailing stems to maintain a compact mat form
- Remove spent flower heads to prevent unwanted self-seeding in managed gardens
- Thin dense patches to improve airflow and reduce fungal disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-aligned: Non-toxic to cats; no known adverse effects
Humans: Non-toxic; young leaves are edible in small quantities in salads
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for woodland gardens; edible young leaves in fresh salads
