Calyptocarpus vialis
Horseherb is a shade-tolerant ground cover in the daisy family, commonly found in woodlands, meadows, and disturbed sites. It can withstand foot traffic and mowing, making it a suitable option for shady areas in lawns. These bright green plants bear tiny yellow flowers from spring to summer, attracting small butterflies with their nectar.
Mix Baby Blue-eyes (Nemophila phacelioides), Widow's Tears (Commelina spp.), False Dayflower (Tinantia anomala), Violet Ruellia (Ruellia nudiflora), and sedges (Carex spp.) with cool-season spring annuals and evergreens for continuous color because they are dormant in cold winters. These are good companion plants for shady areas in central Texas.
Butterfly Host Plant: Bordered Patch (Chlosyne lacinia),
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Height: 6" -12"
Spread: 6" -12"
Bloom: March-November
Light: Full sun, Part Shade, Full Shade
Water: Low, Medium
Zone: 8, 9, 10, 11
Origin: Texas, Southeastern U.S.