Groundcover•USDA: DIAR2•PLANTED: SPRING 2026•
Silver Ponyfoot
Dichondra argentea
FAMILY: Convolvulaceae (Morning Glory Family)ALSO KNOWN AS:
Carolina PonyfootSilver Ponysfoot
Native across the Chihuahuan Deserts, Silver Ponyfoot (Dichondra argentea) is an adaptable semi-evergreen perennial valued for both ornamental appeal and ecosystem support. It features distinctive silver foliage.
During Spring and Summer, the plant produces white blooms. Flowering is followed by ornamental capsule that add seasonal interest.
It provides essential nectar, shelter, or forage for native wildlife, including Birds.
Best suited to dry and well drained, Silver Ponyfoot adapts seamlessly to local soil conditions. It requires minimal supplemental water and tolerates dry spells with ease.

Silver Ponyfoot
Dichondra argentea
NATIVE RANGE // EPA & NPSOT
Texas Native Ecoregions5 REGIONS
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Chihuahuan Deserts
SOURCE: US EPA L3/L4 ECOREGIONS • NPSOT VERIFIED30.1727° N, 98.0873° W (DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX)
GROWTH & VISUAL PROFILEPerennial • Groundcover, Herbaceous
↕HEIGHT
0.25 ft.
↔SPREAD
2 ft.
🌱GROWTH
Moderate
🌿FOLIAGE
Semi Evergreen
BLOOM COLOR
White
BLOOM CALENDARSpring, Summer (6 MO)
JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC
BOTANICAL ALIASES & ALTERNATE NAMES2 ALIASES
Carolina PonyfootSilver Ponysfoot
ECOLOGICAL ROLE & WILDLIFE
ATTRACTS & SUPPORTS
Birds
Recognized for providing nectar and forage for native Texas pollinators.
WATER NEEDLow (Drought Tolerant)
VL
LOW
MOD
HIGH
SOLAR NEEDSun, Part Shade
SHADE
PART SHADE
PART SUN
FULL SUN
SUBSTRATE & SOILpH: Neutral to Alkaline
DryWell Drained
⚠️ BOTANICAL SAFETY NOTICE
Non-toxic to humans, birds, and domestic animals.
MAINTENANCE & PROPAGATION
Low maintenance once established.