Paronychia capitata, commonly known as Pink Whitlow-grass or Pink Sandspurry, is a perennial herb that is native to a variety of habitats including dry grasslands, meadows, rocky slopes, and open woodlands across Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. This low-growing plant typically reaches a height of 0.2-0.6 feet (0.06-0.2 meters) and a width of 0.3-0.6 feet (0.1-0.2 meters), forming a mat-like ground cover. It features small, pink, inconspicuous flowers that bloom in the summer, and its foliage remains green throughout the growing season.

Pink Whitlow-grass is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it a suitable choice for rock gardens, xeriscaping, and as a filler between stepping stones. It is also used in green roofs and as an ornamental ground cover due to its low maintenance requirements. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained loam or sandy soils. While it tolerates medium amounts of water, it is important to avoid overwatering to prevent root rot. This plant is generally pest and disease-free but can suffer from root rot in overly moist conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0