Claytonia perfoliata subsp. perfoliata

Claytonia perfoliata subsp. perfoliata

Native to:
Canada | BC | Mexico | Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest | United States | CA, CO, ID, MT, OR, UT, WA

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Montiaceae
Genus:
Claytonia
Species:
Claytonia perfoliata subsp. perfoliata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
40 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
feb,mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
white, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Light enhances germination. Seeds germinate readily in cool, moist conditions. Often self-sows freely in garden settings.

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