Mollugo verticillata, commonly known as Green Carpetweed or Indian Chickweed, is an annual herb that is native to tropical America. It has naturalized in many parts of eastern North America, where it is often found in disturbed sites such as roadsides, cultivated fields, and gardens. This plant typically forms dense, prostrate mats reaching 4 to 6 inches in height, with smooth, narrow leaves arranged in whorls around the stem. The small, white flowers have five petals and bloom from July to September, offering a modest display.

Green Carpetweed is valued for its rapid ground-covering ability, which can be useful in preventing soil erosion in bare or disturbed areas. It is also known for its low maintenance requirements, thriving in full sun to part shade and tolerating a wide range of soil types, though it prefers well-drained soils. In cultivation, it can be used as a temporary ground cover or in a summer annual bed. However, due to its invasive potential, it should be used with caution and monitored to prevent unwanted spread.CC BY-SA 4.0