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Kurapia

Lippia Nodiflora

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Overview

Kurapia (Lippia nodiflora) is a drought-tolerant groundcover featuring tiny white flowers. Thriving in full sun, it efficiently covers areas up to 18 square feet per plant. Requiring minimal maintenance, it stands 1-2 inches tall, discouraging weeds with dense growth. Ideal for water-conscious landscapes, it needs only occasional mowing. Hardy in USDA zones 7-11, once established, it tolerates light foot traffic and reduces irrigation needs by over 60%.

Sun FullWater LowZones 8–11
Kurapia (Lippia Nodiflora) — Requiring minimal maintenance, it stands 1-2 inches tall, discouraging weeds with dense growth

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Verbenaceae

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Kurapia (Lippia Nodiflora) — it tolerates light foot traffic and reduces irrigation needs by over 60%; consequently, clients interested in water, image 97
Kurapia (Lippia Nodiflora) — Consequently, clients interested in water conservation or xeriscaping will find it an excellent choice; but for a, image 101
Kurapia (Lippia Nodiflora) — now reclassified as Phyla nodiflora; kurapia is also known for its excellent erosion control properties, image 98
Kurapia (Lippia Nodiflora) — Its vigorous growth habit ensures rapid coverage; ground cover for full, image 99
Kurapia (Lippia Nodiflora) — Kurapia flourishes in full sun but can endure partial shade; lavender and pink flowers in the garden, image 102
Kurapia (Lippia Nodiflora) — white to light lavender blooms that emerge from late spring until the first frost; it tolerates light foot traffic and, image 103
Kurapia (Lippia Nodiflora) — offering a subtle yet attractive display that is also beneficial for pollinators like bees, image 104
Kurapia (Lippia Nodiflora) — The foliage remains green predominantly throughout the year in milder climates; it creates a dense mat that helps, image 105
Kurapia (Lippia Nodiflora) — usually requiring only minimal irrigation; its vigorous growth habit ensures rapid coverage, image 100

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