Straggler Daisy
Calyptocarpus vialis
Also listed as Synedrella vialis, Blainvillea tampicana
Also known as Horseherb, Prostrate Lawnflower, Creeping Cinderella Weed
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A low-growing, spreading groundcover with small yellow daisy-like flowers that bloom prolifically in warm months. Extremely drought-tolerant and heat-loving, it spreads rapidly along roadsides and disturbed areas.
Why grow it
Calyptocarpus vialis offers reliable groundcover performance in hot, dry sites where many conventional choices struggle, particularly in the southwestern and southern U.S. Its low stature and dense growth habit suppress weeds effectively without regular maintenance once established. Compared to other heat-loving groundcovers, it combines rapid coverage with minimal water needs and tolerance for poor soils typical of disturbed sites.
Watch out for
In areas with consistent summer moisture or high humidity, fungal issues may reduce vigor, so ensure good drainage and air circulation. The plant's vigorous spread means it benefits from defined borders in cultivated beds to prevent unwanted encroachment into neighboring plantings.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native Range
Tropical and subtropical Americas
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A low-growing, spreading groundcover with small yellow daisy-like flowers that bloom prolifically in warm months. Extremely drought-tolerant and heat-loving, it spreads rapidly along roadsides and disturbed areas.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Straggler Daisy grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Calyptocarpus vialis offers reliable groundcover performance in hot, dry sites where many conventional choices struggle, particularly in the southwestern and southern U.S. Its low stature and dense growth habit suppress weeds effectively without regular maintenance once established. Compared to other heat-loving groundcovers, it combines rapid coverage with minimal water needs and tolerance for poor soils typical of disturbed sites.
Watch out for
In areas with consistent summer moisture or high humidity, fungal issues may reduce vigor, so ensure good drainage and air circulation. The plant's vigorous spread means it benefits from defined borders in cultivated beds to prevent unwanted encroachment into neighboring plantings.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native Range
Tropical and subtropical Americas
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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