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Description
Stellaria Arisanensis, also known as Arisan Starwort, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Caryophyllaceae family. This plant can grow up to 60 cm in height and has a creeping or ascending habit. It is native to Taiwan and can be found in moist environments such as mountain forests, riverbanks, and wetlands.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Stellaria |
Appearance
Stellaria Arisanensis has small, white, star-shaped flowers that bloom from April to June. The leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape and can grow up to 6 cm in length. The stems are thin and have fine hairs. The plant produces a taproot that can grow up to 10 cm deep.
Care Guide
Stellaria Arisanensis prefers moist, well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It requires partial shade to full sun exposure and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. Here are some tips for caring for this plant:- Water: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in the winter.- Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer.- Soil: Use a rich, well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.- Sunlight: Provide partial shade to full sun exposure.- Hardiness Zones: Stellaria Arisanensis can grow in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 10.
Common Pests & Diseases
Stellaria Arisanensis is relatively disease-resistant but can be affected by powdery mildew, rust, and leaf spot. Pests such as aphids, spider mites, and slugs can also infest this plant. Here are some ways to prevent and treat these issues:- Powdery mildew: Provide good air circulation and avoid overhead watering. Apply a fungicide if necessary.- Rust: Remove infected leaves and apply a fungicide if necessary.- Leaf spot: Remove infected leaves and apply a fungicide if necessary.- Aphids: Spray the plant with a strong stream of water or apply insecticidal soap.- Spider mites: Spray the plant with a strong stream of water or apply insecticidal soap.- Slugs: Handpick and remove the slugs or apply slug bait.
Habitat
Stellaria Arisanensis is native to Taiwan and can be found in mountain forests, riverbanks, and wetlands. It prefers moist environments and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Stellaria Arisanensis a perennial or annual plant?
A: Stellaria Arisanensis is a perennial plant.Q: What are the common pests that can infest Stellaria Arisanensis?
A: Aphids, spider mites, and slugs are common pests that can infest Stellaria Arisanensis.Q: What is the hardiness zone for Stellaria Arisanensis?
A: Stellaria Arisanensis can grow in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 10.Q: What is the blooming period for Stellaria Arisanensis?
A: Stellaria Arisanensis blooms from April to June.
Related Plants
– Stellaria alsine- Stellaria dichotoma- Stellaria graminea- Stellaria holostea- Stellaria media
References
– Flora of Taiwan. (n.d.). Stellaria arisanensis Hayata. Retrieved from http://tai2.ntu.edu.tw/taiwania/pdf/tai.2011.56.2.133.pdf- Plants of the World Online. (n.d.). Stellaria arisanensis Hayata. Retrieved from http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:159556-1
