Prostrate Sandmat
Chamaesyce prostrata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
2"–8" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
LA
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Prostrate sandmat is a low-growing annual that forms small mats along the ground. This tiny native plant produces inconspicuous flowers from spring through fall and thrives in poor, sandy soils with minimal water.
In an HOA neighborhood
Prostrate Sandmat 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.
- Extremely small size makes it appear weedy
- Annual nature means it dies back completely
- Prostrate growth habit looks like unwanted ground cover
Wildlife value
While specific pollinator data is limited, this plant's extended bloom period from April through October likely provides nectar for small native bees and other tiny beneficial insects.
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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