Spreading woollystar (Eriastrum diffusum)

Spreading woollystar

This is an annual herb producing a thin, usually woolly stem up to about 20 centimeters long, growing erect or spreading outward. The leaves are divided into 2 to 4 narrow, threadlike linear lobes. The inflorescence is a woolly cluster of narrow, leaflike bracts laced with webby fibers. The small flowers are funnel-shaped, with yellowish throats and white to pale blue corollas.

Scientific classification

Species

Spreading woollystar (Eriastrum diffusum)

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Annual

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

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Care Guide for Spreading woollystar

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

Pruning: Spreading woollystar features a spreading habit and woolly texture. Prune spent blooms and damaged stems from early to late spring to encourage healthy growth and flowering. This practice enhances air circulation, reducing disease risk and maintaining a neat appearance.

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