Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
normaniana
ID:
439134

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lagerh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Forh. Vidensk.-Selsk. Kristiania 1898: 1 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438466



Common Names

  • Sagina Normaniana
  • Norman's Pearlwort
  • Alpine Pearlwort


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Description

Sagina normaniana (also called 'Norman's 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 normaniana 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sagina normaniana 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 normaniana 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 normaniana

Sagina normaniana can be found in Europe and North America.

Sagina normaniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sagina normaniana?

Sagina normaniana

What is the common name of Sagina normaniana?

Norman's Pearlwort

What is the natural habitat of Sagina normaniana?

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,

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