Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
nodosa
ID:
439138

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Fenzl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Vers. Darstell. Alsin. 18 1833

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438470



Common Names

  • Sagina Nodosa
  • Knotted Pearlwort
  • Bog Pearlwort


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Synonyms

  • Moehringia nodosa [Clairv.] [unknown]
  • Phaloe nodosa Dumort. [unknown]
  • Stellaria nodosa Scop. [unknown]
  • Sagina merinoi Pau ex Merino [unknown]
  • Spergella nodosa Rchb. [unknown]
  • Spergula nodosa L. [unknown]
  • Alsine nodosa Crantz [unknown]
  • Alsinella nodosa Bubani [unknown]
  • Arenaria nodosa Wallr. [unknown]
  • Sagina nodosa (L.) Fenzl [unknown]
  • Sagina nodosa nodosa [unknown]
  • Sagina nodosa pubescens (Mert. & W.D.J.Koch) W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
  • Sagina nodosa nodosa [unknown]
  • Sagina nodosa nodosa [unknown]

Description

Sagina nodosa (also called 'Knotted Pearlwort', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found in dry and rocky habitats such as mountains and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Sagina nodosa is an ornamental plant that is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat respiratory conditions, as well as to reduce inflammation and fever.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sagina nodosa sub. borealis G.E.Crow

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sagina nodosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sagina nodosa is a perennial flowering plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a cool climate and should be grown in full sun or partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Sagina nodosa

Sagina nodosa can be found in Europe and North America.

Sagina nodosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sagina nodosa?

Sagina nodosa

What is the common name of Sagina nodosa?

Knotted Pearlwort

What is the natural habitat of Sagina nodosa?

Mountainous regions of Europe

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2485255: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.