Cerdia virescens

Cerdia virescens

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southwest

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Caryophyllaceae
Genus:
Cerdia
Species:
Cerdia virescens

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Subshrub
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
green, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination and consistent moisture.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI