Plant Profile: Axonopus fissifolius

Common Carpetgrass is a native, warm-season perennial grass that spreads through stolons and thrives in sandy pine forests, fields, lawns, and along roadsides. This grass is known for its ability to tolerate soil compaction and heat, although it does not withstand drought conditions well. In North Carolina, it enters a dormant phase during the winter and propagates through both stolons and seeds. Frequently utilized as a lawn grass in recreational spaces, it also serves as a cover crop and is suitable for pastures. It can flourish in poor soil conditions, whether in full sun or partial shade, and is primarily found in the coastal and Piedmont regions of North Carolina.