Phemeranthus spinescens
Spiny Fameflower
Also published as Talinum spinescens. You are in the right place.
About the plant
What it is and where it grows — not part of any germination protocol.
- Habit
- Perennial, Forb/herb
- Native range
- Native to the lower 48 states
Toxicity is noted only where a source states it. No note here is not a finding of safety.
Source: PLANTS Database — USDA NRCS.
This source reports two treatments. Both are shown.
Protocol 1
DerivedN. C. Deno, 1993Difficulty High
Start around December 15, 2026 for a May 3 last frost.
Cold moist stratification
Duration: 90 daysTemperature: 40°F 4°C
2% came up here, at 10-12 weeks. Deno gives no length for this period; three months is his standard cycle.
Warm moist stratification
Temperature: 70°F 21°C
A further 10%.
about 3 months from start to sowing. Germination time not stated; 21 days assumed.
10% germination.
2% in the cold and 10% after the move. The better of two poor routes.
This source doesn't state how long.
Protocol 2
DerivedN. C. Deno, 1993Difficulty High
Start around March 15, 2027 for a May 3 last frost.
Warm moist stratification
Temperature: 70°F 21°C
9% here.
Cold moist stratification
Duration: 90 daysTemperature: 40°F 4°C
Deno gives no length for this period; three months is his standard cycle.
Warm moist stratification
Temperature: 70°F 21°C
A further 2%.
Steps after step 1 run on after germination.
No stated waiting before sowing. Germination time not stated; 21 days assumed.
9% germination.
9% at 70, then 2% more after a cycle. Neither route gets this one far.
This source doesn't state how long.