Celmisia prorepens
Celmisia prorepens
- Native to:
- New Zealand
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Celmisia
- Species:
- Celmisia prorepens
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 10 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jan,feb,nov,dec
- Bloom Colors:
- white
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- native insects
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
- Germination Time:
- 14–45 days
- Notes:
- Requires light for germination. Seeds benefit from cool temperatures and should not be covered deeply.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow immediately, Either the viability of these seeds is short or the species propagates best with fresh seed. Stored seed might be coaxed into germination with temperature cycling and patience. Sow @ 20°C. Seed germinates within 3 months * 50% germination, seedlings very susceptible to damping off