Stellaria — 9 species
Botanical species in the genus Stellaria recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Stellaria dichotoma
Stellaria dichotoma
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it could succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The sub-species S. dichotoma lanceolata. Bunge. is used medicinally in China.
Full cultivation guide →Stellaria diversifolia
Stellaria diversifolia
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy outdoors in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors at least in the milder parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Prefers a moist soil.
Full cultivation guide →Stellaria jamesiana
Stellaria jamesiana
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy outdoors in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors at least in the milder parts of the country. Prefers a moist loamy site.
Full cultivation guide →Stellaria media
Stellaria media
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
A very easily grown plant, it prefers a moist soil and a position in full sun or partial shade. It can be very lush and vigorous when grown in a fertile soil, but in infertile soils it will flower and set seed whilst still very small. A very common garden weed, chickweed grows, flowers and sets seed all year round.
Full cultivation guide →Stellaria nipponica
Stellaria nipponica
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy outdoors in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors at least in the milder parts of the country. See the plants native habitat for ideas on its cultivation needs.
Full cultivation guide →Stellaria radians
Stellaria radians
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy outdoors in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors at least in the milder parts of the country. See the plants native habitat for ideas on its cultivation needs.
Full cultivation guide →Stellaria sessiliflora
Stellaria sessiliflora
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy outdoors in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors at least in the milder parts of the country. See the plants native habitat for ideas on its cultivation needs.
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