Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
maximum
ID:
445912

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bacig.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Aliso 5: 349 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445244



Common Names

  • Lithophragma maximum
  • Great Lithophragma
  • Large Lithophragma


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Description

Lithophragma maximum (also called Maximum Lithophragma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It has a creeping rhizome and grows up to 40 cm tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Lithophragma maximum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lithophragma maximum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithophragma maximum is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial native to North America. It is easily propagated from seeds or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and prune as needed to maintain shape.

Where to Find Lithophragma maximum

Lithophragma maximum is native to the western United States and can be found in dry areas.

Lithophragma maximum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lithophragma maximum?

Lithophragma maximum

What is the common name of Lithophragma maximum?

Large-Flowered Lithophragma

What is the natural habitat of Lithophragma maximum?

Lithophragma maximum is native to California and Oregon.

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,

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