Status:
valid
Authors:
Raf.
Source:
tro
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Fl. Tellur. 2: 69 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001135692
Common Names
- James' Saxifrage
- James' Saxifrage
- James' Saxifrage
Description
Telesonix jamesii (also called James' 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
Telesonix jamesii 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Telesonix jamesii var. heucheriformis (Rydb.) Bacig.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Telesonix jamesii is a small, white bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Telesonix jamesii is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. 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 Telesonix jamesii
Telesonix jamesii is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Nevada.
Species in the Telesonix genus
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,