Cerastium fontanum subsp. scoticum
Scottish Mouse Ear
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Caryophyllaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or subshrub.
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Cerastium fontanum subsp. scoticum (commonly known as Scottish Mouse-ear) is a herbaceous perennial or shrub belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family. Originating in Europe, this subspecies is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Cerastium fontanum, which is linked below, along with related subspecies and varieties of this species.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Unclassified
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Great Britain
Base Species & Variations