Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caryophyllaceae

Genus:

Geocarpon

Species:

Geocarpon groenlandicum

USDA Symbol:

MIGR7

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

10 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

greenish, purple

Ground Cover:

Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 60-90 days; sow on surface of moist, acidic sandy soil.