Twinflower Sandwort
Cherleria obtusiloba
- Native to:
- Canada, Russia, United States
iNaturalist: © christinamselby (iNaturalist #13895858)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Caryophyllaceae
- Genus:
- Cherleria
- Species:
- Cherleria obtusiloba
- USDA Symbol:
- MIOB2
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb , Subshrub
- Height:
- 10 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jun,jul,aug
- Bloom Colors:
- white
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Wildlife Benefits
- Butterflies & Moths:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- adapted to alpine and subalpine environments
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
- Germination Time:
- 14–30 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate after cold stratification; sow in spring.
Pre-treatment: None required
Establishment: The plant is found from the arctic regions of North America south through the high mountain ranges of the United States.
Source: npn.rngr.net