Stellaria graminea L.
Stellaria graminea
Stellaria graminea is a perennial herb with branching stems that can be prostrate, sprawling, trailing, or erect, reaching up to 90 centimeters long. The stems are four-angled and hairless. Leaves are linear or lance-shaped, 1–4 centimeters long, smooth-edged and hairless except at the bases. The flowers have five pointed green sepals and five white petals, each deeply lobed to appear as two. The plant bears reddish-brown seeds approximately 1 millimeter in diameter and has 10 stamens.
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Caryophyllales
Caryophyllaceae
Stellaria
The chemistry of Stellaria graminea includes various compounds typical of the Caryophyllaceae family, such as flavonoids and phenolic acids. These compounds contribute to the plant's medicinal properties and ecological roles.
Stellaria graminea is known for its medicinal properties and is used traditionally in various cultures. It has been employed to treat wounds, skin conditions, and digestive issues due to its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Ecologically, it serves as a food source for some insects and other small animals.
Spring to Summer
Autumn
Up to 90 centimeters
White
Lawns, roadsides, and other disturbed areas
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Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.
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