Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
opdalensis
ID:
736985

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blytt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Skr. Vidensk.-Selsk. Christiana, Math.-Naturvidensk. Kl. 15: 52. 1892

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000736318



Common Names

  • Opdal Saxifrage
  • Opdalensis Saxifrage
  • Opdal Saxifrage


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Description

Saxifraga opdalensis (also called Opdal Saxifrage, among many other common names) is a species of saxifrage native to Europe. It is a small, evergreen, herbaceous perennial growing to 15 cm tall. It has a single, erect, hairy leaf and a single white flower. It is found in the mountains of Europe, growing in rocky soils in grassland and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Saxifraga opdalensis is an attractive ornamental plant with bright pink flowers. It is often used in gardens and flower beds to add a splash of color. It is also known to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saxifraga opdalensis is a white or pinkish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round and black seed. The seedlings are small and have two or three long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saxifraga opdalensis, commonly known as Opdal Saxifrage, is a low-growing perennial plant native to Norway. It has white, star-shaped flowers and can reach heights of up to 8 inches. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring. The divisions should be planted in a mixture of sand and peat moss and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Saxifraga opdalensis

Saxifraga opdalensis is native to parts of Europe and Asia.

Saxifraga opdalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saxifraga opdalensis?

Saxifraga opdalensis

What type of plant is Saxifraga opdalensis?

Perennial herbaceous plant

Where is Saxifraga opdalensis native to?

Norway

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 kew-2871922: Based on the initial data import
Matthias Numsen Blytt (1789-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blytt' in the authors string.