Paronychia jamesii Nailwort (Caryophyllaceae)

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Paronychia jamesii
Nailwort
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The Paronychia jamesii plant species is found in Western N. America - Nebraska and Colorado to Texas and New Mexico. It is a member of the Caryophyllaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Nailwort.

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Latin Name:  Paronychia jamesii
Common Name:  Nailwort
Family:  Caryophyllaceae
Author:  Torr.&Gray.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.03   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Rocky or sandy hills in prairies and pastures, often where the soil is calcareous[228].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it could succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Requires a sunny position succeeding in hot dry soils and tolerating drought once established[190]. Requires a warm open position in full sun, in a sharply drained sandy or gritty soil. If the soil is too rich the plants leaves will not be so silvery[200]. Plants can be grown in a wall[200].

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