Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Montiaceae

Genus:

Calyptridium

Species:

Calyptridium nevadense

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

15 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Ground Cover:

Yes

Lawn Substitute:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 30-60 days; sow on surface of well-drained soil and keep moist until germination.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash