P h o t o b y W i l l i a m & W i l m a F o l l e t t e @ U S D A - N R C S P L A N T S D a t a b a s e
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Habitat:
Wet woods and meadows.
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Species Description:
Perennial herb.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early March to late July.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
Like other Stellarias, S. longifolia, has notched petals. Leaves are linear. Seeds smooth and sepals are 3.5-4.5 mm long and faintly 3-veined.
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Management:
Disturbance such as ATV trails, timber removal or any activity that results in increased erosion and weed invasion will be detrimental.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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