Broadleaf Weeds - Vacant Lot - Dollarweed
BES-TEX Weed ID Guide · Broadleaf Weeds
Dollarweed
Also called Pennywort · Hydrocotyle spp.
Common Name
Dollarweed, Pennywort
Latin Name
Hydrocotyle spp.
Family
Apiaceae
Life Cycle / Type
Perennial · Broadleaf
What Is It?
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.
Soil Temperature & Germination
Dollarweed growth increases during warm, wet conditions.
Above 65°F
Active growth and spread
Warm, moist soils
Increased pressure
Decision Question
Is the dollarweed visible above the soil right now?
Why This Weed Comes Back
Excess irrigation or poor drainage
Compacted soil
Perennial rhizome spread
Learn the Basics
A healthy, thick lawn is the best defense against weeds.
