Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
arizagae
ID:
494910

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alejandre, Arizal. & Benito

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Fl. Montiberica 12: 60 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000494242



Common Names

  • Arizaga's Saxifrage
  • Arizaga's Alpine Saxifrage
  • Arizaga's Mountain Saxifrage


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Description

Saxifraga arizagae (also called Saxifraga arizagae, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a rosette of leaves and a short stem. It is native to the temperate regions of Europe, and is found in moist meadows and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Saxifraga arizagae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and to improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saxifraga arizagae has white flowers with yellow centers and a short, tubular shape. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small, green and have multiple, upright stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saxifraga arizagae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division. It is grown in partial shade and requires well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It is hardy to USDA zones 5-8.

Where to Find Saxifraga arizagae

Saxifraga arizagae is native to the mountains of the Pyrenees in France and Spain.

Saxifraga arizagae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Saxifraga arizagae?

Saxifraga arizagae is found in the alpine meadows of Europe and Asia.

What is the size of Saxifraga arizagae?

Saxifraga arizagae is a small plant, usually reaching only about 6 inches in height.

What are the care requirements for Saxifraga arizagae?

Saxifraga arizagae requires partial shade and regular watering.

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

Juan Antonio Alejandre (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alejandre' in the authors string.
Javier Benito (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benito' in the authors string.
Jose Antonio Arizaleta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arizal.' in the authors string.