Arenaria serpyllifolia, commonly known as thyme-leaf sandwort or thyme-leaved sandwort, is an annual or biennial flowering plant in the pink and carnation family Caryophyllaceae that can be found from Nepal to Pakistan. It also has a wide distribution in the United Kingdom and southern Poland. It was introduced to Chile. The species is widespread in China.

Ecology The ants tend to pollinate Arenaria serpyllifolia.

Uses The extract of the plant is used traditionally to treat kidney and bladder related problems, as well as cough and dysentery.

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