Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
virgularis
ID:
495283

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harry Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 2: 246 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000494615



Common Names

  • Virgularis Saxifrage
  • Virgularis's Saxifrage
  • Virgularian Saxifrage


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Description

Saxifraga virgularis (also called 'Cushion Saxifrage', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Saxifragaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky habitats. It is a perennial herb, and can reach up to 10 cm in height. It has small, white flowers and three-lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Saxifraga virgularis is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used to create a naturalistic look in rock gardens. The plant is also known to be drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saxifraga virgularis has a white flower with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have five narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saxifraga virgularis can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy clumps and planted in a moist potting mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Saxifraga virgularis

Saxifraga virgularis is native to the Alps in Austria, France, Italy, and Switzerland.

Saxifraga virgularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saxifraga virgularis?

Saxifraga virgularis

What is the common name of Saxifraga virgularis?

Mountain Saxifrage

What is the natural habitat of Saxifraga virgularis?

Alpine meadows and rocky slopes

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,