Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
maxima
ID:
535344

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 141 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534676

Common Names

  • Maxima Rock Jasmine
  • Androsace Maxima
  • Maxima Rock Jasmine

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Synonyms

  • Primula arvensis E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Primula maxima Kuntze [unknown]
  • Androsace maxima longifrons Borbás [unknown]
  • Androsace maxima macrantha Bunge ex R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Androsace maxima micrantha Bunge ex R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Androsace maxima stricta Bunge ex R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Androsace maxima turczaninovii (Freyn) Fed. [unknown]
  • Androsace maxima uniflora Bunge ex R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Androsace tauscheri Gand. [unknown]
  • Androsace torrepandoi Gand. [unknown]
  • Androsace turczaninowii Freyn [unknown]
  • Aretia maxima Bubani [unknown]

Description

Androsace maxima (also called Large-flowered 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 Europe and Asia and grows in alpine meadows and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Androsace maxima 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Androsace maxima sub. caucasica (Kusn.) Fed.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Androsace maxima 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Androsace maxima 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 maxima

Androsace maxima is found in the mountains of western China.

Androsace maxima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Androsace maxima?

Androsace maxima

What is the common name of Androsace maxima?

Greater Rock Jasmine

What is the natural habitat of Androsace maxima?

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,

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