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Lawn Marshpennywort

Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides

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Overview

Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides, commonly known as Lawn Marshpennywort, is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial with circular, glossy leaves that span up to 0.5 inches in diameter. This ground cover reaches up to 2 inches tall and thrives in moist, well-drained soils in partial to full shade. Its petite size and rapid spreading make it ideal for filling spaces between stepping stones or creating a dense, living carpet in shaded garden areas.

Sun Full, HalfWater HighZones 6–9Climate Subtropical
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — commonly known as Lawn Marshpennywort
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — mat-forming perennial with circularLawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — commonly known as Lawn MarshpennywortLawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — This ground cover reaches up to 2 inches tall and thrives in moistLawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — well-drained soils in partial to full shadeLawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — living carpet in shaded garden areasLawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — mat-forming perennial that offers a lush carpet of greenery+26

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)
Climate
Subtropical

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Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — glossy leaves that span up to 0.5 inches in diameter
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — mat-forming perennial with circular
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — commonly known as Lawn Marshpennywort
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — This ground cover reaches up to 2 inches tall and thrives in moist
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — well-drained soils in partial to full shade
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — living carpet in shaded garden areas
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — mat-forming perennial that offers a lush carpet of greenery
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — scientifically referred to as Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — perfect for softening hard landscapes or as a living mulch between larger plants
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — This low-growing plant typically stands no more than 1 inch tall
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — roughly 1/2 inch in diameter
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — resembling miniature lily pads with scalloped edges
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — white to pale pink flowers are less conspicuous
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — including periodically wet areas
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — well-drained soils but is quite adaptable and will tolerate a range of soil conditions
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — it's relatively low-maintenance
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — It enjoys partial shade but will also grow in full sun if adequate moisture is maintained
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — practical as a living pathway
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides plays a versatile role - elegant when used in fairy gardens
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — requiring minimal care once established.<br><br>In a landscape design
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — or ecological as a ground cover
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — aquatic / perennial with green and multi-colored and white blooms
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — green and multi-colored and white flowers in the garden
Lawn Marshpennywort (Hydrocotyle Sibthorpioides) — aquatic / perennial for full or half

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