Saponaria pumilio - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pumilio
ID:
439006
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fenzl ex A.Braun
Source:
cmp
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Flora 26: 801 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438338
Common Names
- Pumilio Saponaria
- Pumilio Soapwort
- Pumilio Bouncing Bet
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saponaria pumilio (also called 'Rock Soapwort', 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
Saponaria pumilio is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Saponaria pumilio are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Saponaria pumilio is a perennial that prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 1-2 feet apart.
Where to Find Saponaria pumilio
Saponaria pumilio can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Saponaria pumilio FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saponaria pumilio?
Saponaria pumilio
What is the natural habitat of Saponaria pumilio?
Mountain meadows and grasslands of Europe
What are the common names of Saponaria pumilio?
Alpine Soapwort, Dwarf 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-2485067: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.
Alexander Braun (1805-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Braun' in the authors string.