Cerastium consanguineum

Cerastium consanguineum

Native to:
Bolivia | Peru

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Caryophyllaceae
Genus:
Cerastium
Species:
Cerastium consanguineum

Growth Characteristics

Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
white
Ground Cover:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Requires light for germination; surface sow or barely cover seeds. Cold stratification improves germination rates.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society