Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Montiaceae

Genus:

Claytonia

Species:

Claytonia crawfordii

Growth Characteristics

Height:

15 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may

Bloom Colors:

white, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

early spring nectar source for bees

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds require light for germination and consistently moist conditions. Spring ephemeral with brief growing season.

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