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Bering chickweed
Scientific Name: Cerastium beeringianum ssp. beeringianum
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Bering Chickweed (Cerastium beeringianum)
Bering Chickweed, scientifically known as Cerastium beeringianum, is a perennial herb found in various regions. It is also commonly referred to as Mouse-ear Chickweed, Alpine Chickweed, and Earl's Chickweed.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cerastium beeringianum Cham. & Schltdl.
- Family: Caryophyllaceae (Carnation Family)
- Rank: Species
- Subspecies:
- Cerastium beeringianum Cham. & Schltdl. subsp. earlei (Rydb.) Hultn
- Cerastium beeringianum ssp. beeringianum
- Synonyms: Cerastium alpinum Linnaeus var. beeringianum Regel, Cerastium alpinum var. capillare (Fernald)
Distribution and Habitat
Cerastium beeringianum is a native perennial herb that grows in regions such as Central California, Oregon, and Washington (east of the Cascade Mountains). It has also been observed in areas like Steens Mountain in Oregon, Mount Evans, and Juneau.
Morphological Characteristics
- Grows as a forb/herb.
- Perennial plant.
- Petals are longer than the sepals and 2-lobed.
Interesting Details
- Two similar chickweed species grow in the same region: Bering Sea chickweed (Cerastium beeringianum) and common mouse-eared chickweed.
- Plants may lose their aerial parts during the coldest months, with stems and leaves quickly growing back in spring.
Further Information
- Dave's Garden: A community sharing tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.
- Discover Life: Page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cerastium beeringianum.
- TERMIUM: The Government of Canada’s terminology and linguistic data bank.