Saponaria caespitosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
438935
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1808
Citation Micro:
Rapp. Voy. Bot. 2: 78 (1808)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438267
Common Names
- Caespitose Saponaria
- Caespitose Catchfly
- Caespitose Soapwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saponaria caespitosa (also called Tufted Soapwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has small, oval leaves and produces pink flowers. It typically grows in temperate regions, in rocky or sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Saponaria caespitosa is an ornamental plant that is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat skin conditions, as well as to reduce inflammation and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saponaria caespitosa has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and upright.
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Saponaria caespitosa 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 Saponaria caespitosa
Saponaria caespitosa can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.
Saponaria caespitosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saponaria caespitosa?
Saponaria caespitosa
What is the family of Saponaria caespitosa?
Caryophyllaceae
What is the common name of Saponaria caespitosa?
Tufted Soapwort
Species in the Saponaria genus
Saponaria glutinosa, Saponaria lutea, Saponaria ocymoides, Saponaria officinalis, Saponaria chlorifolia, Saponaria calabrica, Saponaria caespitosa, Saponaria bellidifolia, Saponaria suffruticosa, Saponaria pumilio, Saponaria sicula, Saponaria subrosularis, Saponaria orientalis, Saponaria gypsacea, Saponaria prostrata, Saponaria spathulifolia,
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-2484977: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.