Cerastium scaposum subsp. peninsularum

Cerastium scaposum subsp. peninsularum

Native to:
Kriti

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Caryophyllaceae
Genus:
Cerastium
Species:
Cerastium scaposum subsp. peninsularum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Requires light for germination; surface sow seeds and maintain cool, moist conditions.

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch

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

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society