Chickweed [Stellaria pubera]
Description
Stellaria pubera, commonly referred to as Chickweed, is a species in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is native to the eastern United States and is typically found in forests and along roadsides. This plant is a perennial herb with slender stems and opposite, ovate leaves. The flowers are white and have five deeply notched petals. Although it is not a marine species, it is often found in moist, shaded areas.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Littorinimorpha
Littorinimorpha
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| Family |
Carrier Shells
Xenophoridae
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| Genus |
Stellaria
Stellaria
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