Plants in genus herniaria
Plants in genus herniaria
Herniaria glabra
Herniaria glabra, also known as smooth rupturewort, is an evergreen groundcover that clings to the ground. It is often used as a filler between stepping stones and grows well in well-drained acidic sites. This plant is native to North America and Europe.
Herniaria glabra 'Sea Foam'
Herniaria glabra 'Sea Foam' is an ornamental groundcover resembling thyme, with tiny green leaves edged in creamy white. It forms a ground-hugging mat about 2 inches tall and spreads to 1 foot wide in two years. This plant thrives in average to moist, well-drained soils and is known for increasing urea and sodium emission.