UNBC & Aleza Lake Research Forest
Plant Systems Database


Cerastium arvense    ( Field Chickweed )

Family: CARYOPHYLLACEAE


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Species: Cerastium arvense L.

Depiction: Perennial; Found in dry environments, in fields and grassy slopes; also along roadsides and forest clearings. Low to high elevation.

Photo Location: Forests For The World, Prince George, B.C

Photograph Date: June 9th, 2005

Photographer: Allan Carson



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>Cerastium arvense general description<

Cerastium arvense spring image-flower