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Baby's Tears

Soleirolia Soleirolii

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Overview

Soleirolia soleirolii, commonly known as Baby's Tears, is an evergreen perennial showcasing delicate, lush green foliage. Thriving in moist, well-drained soil, it prefers partial to full shade, making it ideal for ground cover or container gardens. This low-growing plant reaches a height of 1-6 inches with a spread of 12-18 inches, creating a dense, carpet-like appearance. Its rapid growth and mat-forming habit provide an excellent option for filling gaps in shaded areas.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater High, MediumZones 10–10
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — commonly known as Baby's Tears

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Urticaceae

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Photos (54)

Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — ground cover / perennial for full or half or shade; offering visual texture and a feeling of enchantment
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — it prefers partial to full shade; typically a vibrant green, image 50
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — making it ideal for ground cover or container gardens; with a preference for a humid microclimate, image 51
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — Its rapid growth and mat-forming habit provide an excellent option for filling gaps in shaded areas; this, image 53
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — commonly referred to as Baby's Tears; flourishing under the canopy of larger trees or in the dappled light, image 54
Baby's Tears (Soleirolia Soleirolii) — This low-growing plant reaches a height of 1-6 inches with a spread of 12-18 inches; commonly known as, image 52

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