Spergularia media (Greater Sea-Spurry)
Botanical Information
Family | Caryophyllaceae |
Genus | Spergularia |
Species | media |
Synonyms | Spergularia maritima |
Category | Wildflowers & Weeds |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Growth | Slow |
Flowering Period | May, June |
Description and Growing Information
Habitat | It is native to Eurasia and the Mediterranean, where it grows in many types of habitat, including disturbed areas, including places with saline substrates, such as salt marshes and beaches. |
Leaf Description | Fleshy linear, almost succulent leaves. |
Flower Description | The small flowers have five pointed sepals and five oval white or pink-tinged petals, often difficult to find amongst surrounding vegetation. |
Fruit Description | The tiny seeds have winged margins. |