Woodland Stars (Lithophragma)

Woodland Stars

Woodland Stars are a small genus of flowering plants native to North America's western regions. Interestingly, each of their petals looks like several individual petals but this is just because they have multiple lobes. These plants have coevolved with the Greya genus of moths, which exclusively lay eggs on Lithophragma species.

Scientific classification

Genus

Woodland Stars (Lithophragma)

Family

Saxifrage

Order

Saxifrages, stonecrops and allies

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Deciduous

Leaf type

15 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

San francisco woodland star Hillside Woodland Star Prairie woodland-star Smallflower woodland star Bulbous woodland star

Care Guide for Woodland Stars

Every week

Water

Full shade

Sunlight

15 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Native to moist woodlands, woodland Stars prefers consistent hydration without waterlogging, requiring weekly watering. Typically grown outdoors, it thrives in natural light and aligns its flowering with the rainy season to ensure water availability for successful reproduction.

Propagation: Primary propagation of woodland Stars involves seed sowing or division, needing well-drained soil, partial shade, and mild temperatures. Key steps include collecting seeds or dividing in early spring, maintaining moisture without sogginess, and protecting from extreme conditions. Establishment typically occurs within several weeks.

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