Dichondra micrantha

Dichondra micrantha, the Asian ponysfoot[3] or lawnleaf, is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae.

[4][5] It is native to Texas, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and it has been introduced worldwide.

[2] A prostrate perennial reaching 10 cm (4 in), it prefers wetter soils.

[4] In the past it was recommended as a grass substitute in lawns due to its easy maintenance requirements, but proved vulnerable to flea beetles.

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