Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
alpestris
ID:
400033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kar. & Kir.) Boriss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 9: 129 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399365

Common Names

  • Rosularia Alpestris
  • Alpine Rosularia
  • Mountain Rosularia

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Synonyms

  • Rosularia umbilicoides (Regel) Boriss. [unknown]
  • Rosularia kokanica (Regel & Schmalh.) Boriss. [unknown]
  • Umbilicus alpestris Kar. & Kir. [unknown]
  • Sedum olgae Regel & Schmalh. [unknown]
  • Sedum kokanicum Regel & Schmalh. [unknown]
  • Sedum umbilicoides Regel [unknown]
  • Cotyledon alpestris O.Fedtsch. & B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon turkestanica O.Fedtsch. & B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
  • Rosularia alpestris alpestris [unknown]
  • Sedum acuminatum Raym.-Hamet [unknown]
  • Sempervivum mucronatum Edgew. [unknown]
  • Sempervivella mucronata A.Berger [unknown]
  • Sempervivum fimbriatum Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Sempervivum himalayense Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Sedum durisi Raym.-Hamet [unknown]
  • Rhodiola durisii (Raym.-Hamet) Fu [unknown]
  • Sedum schlagintweitii Fröd. [unknown]
  • Sedum scaphiophyllum Werderm. [unknown]
  • Sedum nuristanicum Kitam. [unknown]
  • Rhodiola nuristanica (Kitam.) H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Sempervivella mucronata glabra Kitam. [unknown]

Description

Rosularia alpestris (also called Alpine Rosularia, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent that grows up to 10 centimeters in height. It is native to Europe and Asia and is found in alpine and subalpine regions. Its leaves are thick, fleshy, and have a reddish-purple margin.

Uses & Benefits

Rosularia alpestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rosularia alpestris sub. marnieri (Raym.-Hamet ex H.Ohba) Eggli
Rosularia alpestris var. vvedenskyi (U.P.Pratov) Lazkov

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rosularia alpestris are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rosularia alpestris is a perennial succulent that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate by stem cuttings or by division of the root system. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water once established.

Where to Find Rosularia alpestris

Rosularia alpestris can be found in parts of the Mediterranean, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Rosularia alpestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rosularia alpestris?

Rosularia alpestris

What is the common name of Rosularia alpestris?

Alpine rosularia

What type of plant is Rosularia alpestris?

Evergreen perennial

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2416786: Based on the initial data import
Grigori Karelin (1801-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kar.' in the authors string.
Ivan Petrovich Kirilov (1821-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kir.' in the authors string.
Antonina Borissova (b.1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boriss.' in the authors string.