Fogfruit
Lippia nodiflora
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
FL
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Fogfruit is a low-growing native groundcover that forms dense mats with small white flowers from summer through fall. This drought-tolerant plant spreads naturally and works well as a lawn alternative or filler between stepping stones.
In an HOA neighborhood
Fogfruit takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Aggressive spreading habit
- Can appear weedy or unkempt
- May be mistaken for invasive weeds
Wildlife value
The tiny white flowers attract small native bees and provide nectar for butterfly species. It serves as a host plant for some butterfly caterpillars.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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