| Scientific Name | Dichondra repens |
| Size and form | A matting and prostrate herb that spreads widely. |
| Flowers, leaves and fruit | Insignificant, small, pale green flowers from September to January. Leaves are green, rounded and kidney-shaped with a long pedicel (1-5cm). The horizontal stems root at nodes to form a dense mat. |
| Growing conditions | Suitable for well-drained soils in part-shade and full-shade positions. Often planted in shady positions. It is a useful alternative to lawn. |
