Climbers + Ground Cover Kidney weed Kidney weed ( Dichondra repens ) is a low-growing native plant has a subtle beauty and practicality. With its soft, kidney-shaped leaves and gentle spreading habit, kidney weed offers a natural alternative to traditional lawns and high-maintenance groundcovers—especially in spaces where simplicity and sustainability matter. Kidney weed is most commonly used as a groundcover. It forms a dense, green mat that works well between stepping stone