Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 17: 273 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604058
Common Names
- Golden Saxifrage
- Golden-leaved Saxifrage
- Golden-leaved Foamflower
Description
Chrysosplenium peltatum (also called shield-leaved golden saxifrage, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with small, yellow flowers and round, scalloped leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, shady places such as forests and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysosplenium peltatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in rock gardens. It is also used to stabilize slopes and to provide ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chrysosplenium peltatum has small, yellow flowers with four petals that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysosplenium peltatum is an evergreen perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer, or by seed in spring. The seeds should be sown on the surface of the soil and lightly covered with a thin layer of soil.
Where to Find Chrysosplenium peltatum
Chrysosplenium peltatum can be found in the Himalayas, China, and Japan.
Chrysosplenium peltatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysosplenium peltatum?
Chrysosplenium peltatum
What is the common name of Chrysosplenium peltatum?
Shield-leaved Golden Saxifrage
Where can Chrysosplenium peltatum be found?
Chrysosplenium peltatum can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America
Species in the Chrysosplenium genus
Chrysosplenium absconditicapsulum,
Chrysosplenium albertii,
Chrysosplenium album,
Chrysosplenium alpinum,
Chrysosplenium alternifolium,
Chrysosplenium americanum,
Chrysosplenium axillare,
Chrysosplenium baicalense,
Chrysosplenium biondianum,
Chrysosplenium carnosum,
Chrysosplenium cavaleriei,
Chrysosplenium chinense,
Chrysosplenium davidianum,
Chrysosplenium delavayi,
Chrysosplenium dubium,
Chrysosplenium echinus,
Chrysosplenium fauriae,
Chrysosplenium filipes,
Chrysosplenium flagelliferum,
Chrysosplenium flaviflorum,
Chrysosplenium forrestii,
Chrysosplenium funiushanensis,
Chrysosplenium fuscopuncticulosum,
Chrysosplenium giraldianum,
Chrysosplenium glaberrimum,
Chrysosplenium glechomifolium,
Chrysosplenium glossophyllum,
Chrysosplenium grayanum,
Chrysosplenium griffithii,
Chrysosplenium hebetatum,
Chrysosplenium hydrocotylifolium,
Chrysosplenium iowense,
Chrysosplenium japonicum,
Chrysosplenium jienningense,
Chrysosplenium kamtschaticum,
Chrysosplenium kiotense,
Chrysosplenium lanuginosum,
Chrysosplenium lectus-cochleae,
Chrysosplenium lixianense,
Chrysosplenium macranthum,
Chrysosplenium macrophyllum,
Chrysosplenium macrostemon,
Chrysosplenium maximowiczii,
Chrysosplenium microspermum,
Chrysosplenium nagasei,
Chrysosplenium nepalense,
Chrysosplenium nudicaule,
Chrysosplenium oppositifolium,
Chrysosplenium ovalifolium,
Chrysosplenium oxygraphoides,
Species in the Saxifragaceae family
Astilbe amabilis,
Astilbe apoensis,
Astilbe biternata,
Astilbe crenatiloba,
Astilbe formosa,
Astilbe glaberrima,
Astilbe grandis,
Astilbe hachijoensis,
Astilbe japonica,
Astilbe khasiana,
Astilbe longicarpa,
Astilbe longipilosa,
Astilbe macrocarpa,
Astilbe macroflora,
Astilbe microphylla,
Astilbe okuyamae,
Astilbe papuana,
Astilbe philippinensis,
Astilbe photeinophylla,
Astilbe platyphylla,
Astilbe rivularis,
Astilbe rubra,
Astilbe shikokiana,
Astilbe simplicifolia,
Astilbe thunbergii,
Astilbe tsushimensis,
Astilbe longipedicellata,
Astilboides tabularis,
Bensoniella oregona,
Bergenia ciliata,
Bergenia crassifolia,
Bergenia emeiensis,
Bergenia hissarica,
Bergenia pacumbis,
Bergenia purpurascens,
Bergenia scopulosa,
Bergenia stracheyi,
Bergenia tianquanensis,
Bergenia ugamica,
Bolandra californica,
Bolandra oregana,
Boykinia aconitifolia,
Boykinia intermedia,
Boykinia lycoctonifolia,
Boykinia major,
Boykinia occidentalis,
Boykinia richardsonii,
Boykinia rotundifolia,
Boykinia richardsonii,
Boykinia cincinnata,