BES-TEX Weed ID Guide · Broadleaf Weeds
Also called Pennywort · Hydrocotyle spp.
Common Name
Dollarweed, Pennywort
Latin Name
Hydrocotyle spp.
Family
Apiaceae
Life Cycle / Type
Perennial · Broadleaf
Dollarweed is a perennial broadleaf weed with round, coin-shaped leaves on long petioles. It spreads by rhizomes and seed and is most commonly found in poorly drained, overwatered, or low-lying areas of turf. This is a perennial weed. Pre-emergent herbicides do not control existing perennial weeds.
Dollarweed growth increases during warm, wet conditions.
Above 65°F
Active growth and spread
Warm, moist soils
Increased pressure
Decision Question
Excess irrigation or poor drainage
Compacted soil
Perennial rhizome spread
A healthy, thick lawn is the best defense against weeds.