Herniary breastwort
Herniaria glabra
Herniary breastwort is a tough, mat-forming perennial groundcover that thrives in poor, sandy, or gravelly soils with minimal watering. It is historically used in herbal medicine for urinary and kidney complaints and is valued as a hardy, low-growing lawn alternative or path edger. Plant in partial shade to full sun and avoid overwatering, as it is well adapted to dry conditions.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
6″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Sparingly; Allow Soil To Dry Completely Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 18, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
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