Acantholimon catenatum

Acantholimon catenatum

Native to:
Afghanistan
Acantholimon catenatum

GBIF: Rechinger,K.H. Iter orientale 1962 (K. H. Rechinger) 18910

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Plumbaginaceae
Genus:
Acantholimon
Species:
Acantholimon catenatum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Subshrub
Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
pink, white
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination and cool temperatures. Germination can be erratic even with proper stratification.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20°C. If seed does not germinate within 3 months, try 4°C for 1-2 months, then 20°C again. * rarely sets seed, short viability, ungerminated seed should be discarded after 4 weeks

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society