Sandworts (Moehringia)

Sandworts

Sandworts are a genus of flowering plants native to temperate northern climates. The genus got its Latin name Moehringia in honor of the German botanist Paul Moehring (1710-1791). The species of this genus have a special relationship with ants, which use these plants' spongy seeds in their nests.

Scientific classification

Genus

Sandworts (Moehringia)

Family

Pink

Order

Pinks, cacti, and allies

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Annual

Lifespan

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Species

Bluntleaf sandwort Annual pearlwort Three-nerved sandwort Creeping sandwort Largeleaf sandwort

Care Guide for Sandworts

Every week

Water

Water: Sandworts thrives in consistent moisture, preferring weekly watering for optimal hydration. It shows moderate drought tolerance and grows well in temperate climates, benefiting from natural rainfall patterns that support its growth cycles throughout the year.

Propagation: Propagation of sandworts involves seed sowing, division, or cuttings. Success requires good light, well-draining soil, and appropriate temperatures. Prefer lean soil conditions. Use healthy parent plants, sow seeds in fall or spring, divide clumps in early spring, and take cuttings in late spring under indirect light.

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