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Silver Ponyfoot Plant Care
Dichondra argentea Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.
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With its striking silver-green rounded leaves that resemble tiny coins, this plant originates from New Zealand and Australia. Its unique foliage and low maintenance requirements make it a sought-after addition to the collections of plant enthusiasts looking for something out of the ordinary.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to part shade
50–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Silver Ponyfoot?
Water Silver Ponyfoot every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to part shade. It prefers temperatures of 50–80°F (10–27°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Silver Ponyfoot Native To?
What Is the Silver Ponyfoot?
Silver Ponyfoot (Dichondra argentea) belongs to the Convolvulaceae family within the Dichondra genus. Silver Ponyfoot is native to Australia. Silver Ponyfoot is also known as Silver Dichondra.
Silver Ponyfoot displays a low-growing, spreading ground cover growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Silver Ponyfoot produces tiny inconspicuous flowers.
How Often Should You Water a Silver Ponyfoot?
Dichondra argentea requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Silver Ponyfoot Need?
Silver Ponyfoot thrives in full sun to part shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to part shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Silver Ponyfoot Prefer?
Dichondra argentea grows best at temperatures of 50–80°F. Silver Ponyfoot prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
50–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Silver Ponyfoot?
Well-draining sandy soil mix with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Silver Ponyfoot to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Silver Ponyfoot?
Feed Silver Ponyfoot every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Silver Ponyfoot?
Repot every 1-2 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Silver Ponyfoot?
Silver Ponyfoot can be propagated through by seeds or stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to dichondra plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Silver Ponyfoot Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Silver Ponyfoot, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Silver Ponyfoot?
Silver Ponyfoot is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
Keep exploring plants
Silver Ponyfoot is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Dichondra genus — compare its care with other Dichondra species on PlantoScan.
Dichondra is part of the Convolvulaceae plant family — browse all Convolvulaceae genera and species.
Silver Ponyfoot thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Dichondra argentea Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd., family Convolvulaceae (first published in Hort. Berol. 2: t. 81 (1806)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Silver Ponyfoot, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Public domain, CC0 1.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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