Phyla nodiflora (Frogfruit)

Also known as Frog Fruit. Frogfruit is an excellent low growing ground cover that plays well with other plants and provides tremendous wildlife value. It blooms in the summer and early fall, and its small white blooms are frequently visited by bees and butterflies. Frogfruit should not be mowed when blooming. If mowed while flowering, it may take years for it to recover. Frogfruit spreads quickly and can cover large areas in no time. It can handle various soil and sun conditions. It can tolerate both drought and periodical flooding conditions.  The flowers attract various pollinators. It is a versatile plant that has its place in any garden. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use Low, medium Sun exposure Sun to part shade Bloom color White Bloom time Summer, early fall Mature height 0.5 ft Mature spread 1-2 ft Attracts Butterflies, bees Host plant Phaon Crescent, Buckeye, and White Peacock butterflies Erosion control Yes   DISTRIBUTION MAPS  USDA MAP BONAP MAP  Present in state  Present in county and native  Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state           Not present in state  Present and rare, native in county  Previously present, now extinct  Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color)