Silverleaf Ponysfoot
Dichondra sericea
- Native to:
- Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Juan Fernández Is., Mexico, Nicaragua, Panamá, Paraguay, United States, Uruguay
iNaturalist: © suneholt (iNaturalist #101561998)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Convolvulaceae
- Genus:
- Dichondra
- Species:
- Dichondra sericea
- USDA Symbol:
- DISE8
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 8 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep
- Bloom Colors:
- white, yellow
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
- Lawn Substitute:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 7–14 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate readily in warm temperatures (70-75°F) with consistent moisture. Light may improve germination rates.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI