Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caryophyllaceae

Genus:

Hesperostellaria

Species:

Hesperostellaria americana

USDA Symbol:

STAM

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers habitats like open woodlands and meadows

Propagation & Germination