Silver Ponyfoot
Dichondra argentea
FAMILY: Convolvulaceae (Morning Glory Family)A resilient evergreen native Texas groundcover, herbaceous that provides year-round foliage and structure to the landscape. Native across the Chihuahuan Deserts, Silver Ponyfoot (Dichondra argentea) thrives in local conditions while supporting the surrounding ecosystem. Distinguished by dark foliage that is silver, it offers an exceptional visual and tactile texture. During spring and summer, the plant produces white flower clusters. Flowering gives way to ornamental capsules that ripen through summer and autumn. The species provides essential habitat and food, supporting Birds. Thriving in dry and well drained, Silver Ponyfoot demonstrates outstanding hardiness once established. It requires minimal supplemental water and adapts seamlessly to drought conditions.

Silver Ponyfoot
Dichondra argentea
Texas Native Ecoregions5 REGIONS
Chihuahuan Deserts
0.25 ft.
2 ft.
Semi Evergreen
Recognized for providing nectar and forage for native Texas pollinators.
Non-toxic to humans, birds, and domestic animals.
Low maintenance once established.