Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
eschscholtzii
ID:
1136320

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham. ex DC.

Source:
tro

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 4: 22. 1830 [late Sep 1830]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001135658



Common Names

  • Eschscholtz's Saxifrage
  • Alaska Saxifrage
  • Alaska Saxifrage


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Description

Saxifraga eschscholtzii (also called Eschscholtz's saxifrage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It has white flowers and is characterized by its rosette of basal leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and canyons.

Uses & Benefits

Saxifraga eschscholtzii is often used in rock gardens and as ground cover due to its low-growing habit and attractive foliage. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in borders and beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saxifraga eschscholtzii has white or pink flowers that are borne in clusters of 2-4. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saxifraga eschscholtzii is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but may require more frequent watering in this situation. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to promote flowering.

Where to Find Saxifraga eschscholtzii

Saxifraga eschscholtzii is native to Alaska and can be found in the coastal mountains of the state.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-29100587: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.