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stellaria holostea

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Familycaryophyllaceae

Ordercaryophyllales

Lifespanperennial

Trivial nameGreater stitchwort

Blossom colorwhite

Blossom symmetryradial

Inflorescenceindeterminate

Phyllotaxisopposite

Stellaria holostea, commonly known as greater stitchwort, is a charming perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It features delicate white flowers with deeply notched petals, adorning woodland edges, hedgerows, and meadows. This species forms dense clumps with slender stems and narrow leaves. Greater stitchwort blooms from spring to early summer, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its delicate beauty and ability to thrive in shady areas make it a popular choice for naturalistic gardens and wildflower meadows.

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Plants in the caryophyllaceae family