Plants of this genus are annual, biennial, or short-lived perennial herbs. They are taprooted or have fibrous root systems. They produce one or more branching stems which are often ridged and sometimes winged. The leaves vary in shape, from linear to lance-shaped to oval, and are green or yellowish. The flower may be any shade of pink or white, and the throat is usually paler, to white or yellowish, or occasionally patterned with green. The fruit is a small capsule containing up to 700 minute seeds. There are about 25 species. Zeltnera is distributed in most of the North American centauries.
Water:
Native to diverse environments, zeltnera thrives by maintaining moisture balance and shows moderate drought tolerance. It prefers stable humidity and should be watered weekly for optimal health, flourishing best outdoors when rainfall patterns match its hydration needs.
Propagation:
Propagation of zeltnera mainly occurs through seed sowing in well-draining soil with adequate light and stable temperature. Collect dried seeds, sow on seed-starting mix surface, and keep moist. Thin seedlings after emergence and transplant once they are sturdy enough.
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