Forest Starwort (Stellaria Flaccida) is a perennial herb in the Caryophyllaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Stellaria flaccida is a sprawling perennial herb with weak stems, often rooting from nodes, native to eastern and southern Australia.

Forest Starwort

Forest Starwort

Stellaria Flaccida

Stellaria flaccida is a sprawling perennial herb with weak stems, often rooting from nodes, native to eastern and southern Australia.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Forest Starwort

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Caryophyllaceae
Genus:Stellaria