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Question: Good afternoon After continued searching for the identify of the small white flower which looked like Cerastium diffusum, I believe …

• Question

  Good afternoon After continued searching for the identify of the small white flower which looked like Cerastium diffusum, I believe I have identified it as Draba verna. The petals of Draba verna are deeply notched whereas Cerastium diffusum are less so. Also, Draba verna inflorescence is in early spring. The the inflorescence arises from a rosette and the flowers have 6 stamens. Respectfully Ed Rodgers

  Answer

  Dear Califyank, good morning. You are absolutely correct. I've blown up the image of the plant you sent originally and can see the leaves are all basal (which would not be the case in Cerastium diffusum). Good detective work and thank you for getting back in touch.