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Cerastium cerastoides
starwort mouse-ear
Other common names
starwort chickweedSynonyms
Stellaria cerastoidesCerastium trigynum
Botanical details
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- Yes
- Genus
Cerastium
- Genus description
Cerastium can be annuals or mat-forming perennials, with simple leaves and star-shaped 5-petalled white flowers
- Name status
Correct
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