Status:
valid
Authors:
Levier
Source:
cmp
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. 9: 43 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534675
Common Names
- Mathilda's Rock Jasmine
- Mathildae Rock Jasmine
- Androsace Mathildae
Synonyms
- Primula mathildae Derganc [unknown]
- Androsace alpina mathildae (Levier) Martelli [unknown]
- Androsace apennina A.Huet ex Nyman [unknown]
- Aretia mathildae Caruel [unknown]
Description
Androsace mathildae (also called Mathilda's Rock Jasmine, among many other common names) is a small, perennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem. It is native to the mountains of Central Asia and grows in alpine meadows and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Androsace mathildae is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Androsace mathildae are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like growth pattern.
Cultivation and Propagation
Androsace mathildae is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the mountains of Europe. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. To propagate from division, dig up the clumps of plants in the spring or fall and divide them into smaller clumps. Replant the divisions in a sunny location with moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Androsace mathildae
Androsace mathildae is found in the mountains of western China.
Androsace mathildae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Androsace mathildae?
Androsace mathildae
What is the common name of Androsace mathildae?
Mathilda's Rock Jasmine
What is the natural habitat of Androsace mathildae?
Rocky slopes, scree, and grassy meadows in the mountains of Central Asia
Species in the Androsace genus
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,
Androsace cuttingii,
Androsace cylindrica,
Androsace darvasica,
Androsace dasyphylla,
Androsace delavayi,
Androsace dielsiana,
Androsace dissecta,
Androsace diversifolia,
Androsace duthieana,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum,
Aegiceras floridum,
Amblyanthopsis bhotanica,
Amblyanthopsis membranacea,
Amblyanthopsis philippinensis,
Amblyanthus glandulosus,
Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,