Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
arguellesii
ID:
750854

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carlón, J.M.González, M.Laínz, Moreno Mor., Rodr.Berd. & Ó.Sánchez

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Doc. Jard. Bot. Atlántico 7: 27 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750187



Common Names

  • Saxifraga arguellesii
  • Arguelles' Saxifrage
  • Arguelles' Saxifrage


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Description

Saxifraga arguellesii (also called Arguelles' Saxifrage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It grows in rocky areas and is often found in areas with limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Saxifraga arguellesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saxifraga arguellesii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed with a thin, white, fleshy coating. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saxifraga arguellesii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Saxifraga arguellesii

Saxifraga arguellesii can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Saxifraga arguellesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saxifraga arguellesii?

Saxifraga arguellesii

What is the common name of Saxifraga arguellesii?

Arguelles' Saxifraga

What is the natural habitat of Saxifraga arguellesii?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Saxifraga genus

Saxifraga nayarii, Saxifraga montserratii, Saxifraga paradoxa, Saxifraga oppositifolia, Saxifraga padellae, Saxifraga paniculata, Saxifraga palpebrata, Saxifraga numidica, Saxifraga hausmannii, Saxifraga harry-smithii, Saxifraga hederacea, Saxifraga nishidae, Saxifraga nipponica, Saxifraga guadarramica, Saxifraga haussknechtii, Saxifraga hederifolia, Saxifraga harae, Saxifraga namdoensis, Saxifraga nakaoi, Saxifraga nevadensis, Saxifraga neopropagulifera, Saxifraga obscura, Saxifraga novacastelensis, Saxifraga moncayensis, Saxifraga marginata, Saxifraga lowndesii, Saxifraga magellanica, Saxifraga maderensis, Saxifraga mira, Saxifraga miscellanea, Saxifraga losae, Saxifraga microcephala, Saxifraga luizetii, Saxifraga longifolia, Saxifraga loripes, Saxifraga microphylla, Saxifraga microviridis, Saxifraga micans, Saxifraga osloensis, Saxifraga luteopurpurea, Saxifraga omolojensis, Saxifraga ovczinnikovii, Saxifraga odontophylla, Saxifraga maweana, Saxifraga media, Saxifraga luteoviridis, Saxifraga luizetiana, Saxifraga maireana, Saxifraga kotschyi, Saxifraga korshinskyi,

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,

References

Manuel Laínz (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Laínz' in the authors string.
José Manuel González del Valle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.González' in the authors string.
Gonzalo Moreno Moral (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moreno Mor.' in the authors string.
Óscar Sánchez Pedraja (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ó.Sánchez' in the authors string.
Luis Carlón Ruiz (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carlón' in the authors string.
José Manuel Rodríguez Berdasco: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodr.Berd.' in the authors string.