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Stellaria holostea L.

greater stitchwort (Caryophyllaceae)

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Stellaria holostea is a widespread perennial of woodland margins, roadsides and similar habitats.

Boar’s Hill (VC22: Berkshire); 2014-04-04

 greater stitchwort / Stellaria holostea: _Stellaria holostea_ is a widespread perennial of woodland margins, roadsides and similar habitats.

The petals of Stellaria holostea are divided about half-way; its stems are rough along their 4 angles.

Boar’s Hill (VC22: Berkshire); 2014-04-04

 greater stitchwort / Stellaria holostea: The petals of _Stellaria holostea_ are divided about half-way; its stems are rough along their 4 angles.

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