Once upon a time, a tiny Stellaria plant grew amidst towering trees. It was overlooked due to its size. Determined to be noticed, it embarked on an adventure to prove its worth. Bravely, it climbed the tallest tree, overcoming obstacles with unwavering determination. Finally, it reached the top, where its delicate petals shimmered in the sunlight, captivating everyone’s attention. From that day on, Stellaria became a symbol of resilience, reminding us that even the smallest beings can achieve great things.
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Short Description
Stellaria is a genus of about 190 species of flowering plants in the family Caryophyllaceae, with a cosmopolitan distribution. Common names include starwort, stitchwort and chickweed.
Description
Stellaria species are relatively small herbs with simple opposite leaves. It produces small flowers with 5 sepals and 5 white petals each usually deeply cleft, or none at all, all free. Stamens 10 or fewer.
Uses
Some species, including Stellaria media which is widely distributed throughout the Northern Hemisphere, are used as leaf vegetables, often raw in salads. This is a favored food of finches and many other seed-eating birds.
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