Cerastium nutans var. obtectum

Cerastium nutans var. obtectum

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Northeast

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Caryophyllaceae
Genus:
Cerastium
Species:
Cerastium nutans var. obtectum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
40 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
small pollinators

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination. Surface sow or press lightly into soil without covering.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

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

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society