Cerastium diffusum subsp. gussonei
Cerastium diffusum subsp. gussonei
- Native to:
- Algeria | Italy | Libya | Morocco | Sicilia
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Caryophyllaceae
- Genus:
- Cerastium
- Species:
- Cerastium diffusum subsp. gussonei
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 30 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- mar,apr,may,jun
- Bloom Colors:
- white
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- minor pollinator value
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 7–21 days
- Notes:
- Light may enhance germination. Seeds germinate readily at moderate temperatures without pretreatment.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.