Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Snow-in-summer |
| Scientific Name | Cerastium tomentosum |
| MainColor | White |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | May (May - Jul) |
| ImageUrl | Cerastium-003 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Kings Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 08 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | B |
Flower Details
Description
Snow-in-Summer is a low-growing perennial with silvery-grey foliage and small, star-shaped white flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. It forms dense mats and is often used as ground cover in gardens due to its rapid spread and attractive appearance.
Distribution
Native to alpine regions of Europe, it has been widely cultivated and can now be found in temperate regions worldwide.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not considered suitable for human consumption.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - safe for pets, with no known adverse effects.
Active Compounds
None known.