Creeping phlox (Phlox subulata)
Creeping phlox, also known as Moss pink, Britton's phlox
A native flowering plant in the United States that fits your description is the "Creeping Phlox" (Phlox subulata). Its name, Phlox subulata, translates to needle-shaped, indicative of its leaves. This plant can occasionally be mistaken for marijuana because of its similar scent.
Key Facts About Creeping phlox
Attributes of Creeping phlox
Lifespan
Perennial, Annual
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
13 cm
Spread
50 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2 cm
Flower Color
White Pink Blue Purple Red Lavender Violet
Scientific Classification of Creeping phlox
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Heathers and allies
Family
Phlox
Genus
Phloxes
Species
Creeping phlox