Common Name:
SHORTSTALK CHICKWEED
Synonym:
Cerastium nutans
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Coefficient of Conservatism:
10
Coefficient of Wetness:
3
Wetness Index:
FACU
Physiognomy:
Nt A-Forb
Status:
T
Included in C. nutans in Michigan Flora.
Limestone pavement (alvar); very local. Similar to C. nutans, but usually smaller.
In C. brachypodum, the pedicels, at least of the lowest flowers, are often ± reflexed from the base, while in C. nutans, the pedicels are usually erect to spreading, with a bend at the apex producing the nodding capsule.