Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
podlechii
ID:
535418

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wendelbo

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 123: 302 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534750

Common Names

  • Podlech's Rock-Jasmine
  • Podlech's Rock Jasmine
  • Podlech's Rock-Jasmine

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Description

Androsace podlechii (also called Podlech's Rock Jasmine, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to Asia. It has leathery, lance-shaped leaves and small, white or pink flowers. It grows in rocky areas, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Androsace podlechii is an ornamental plant and is often used as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and is a popular choice for rockeries and alpine gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Androsace podlechii has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Androsace podlechii is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that is native to the mountains of Europe. It is typically grown in rock gardens and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in spring or by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Androsace podlechii

Androsace podlechii is found in the alpine regions of the Himalayas, from Pakistan to western China, at elevations of 3,000-5,000 meters.

Androsace podlechii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Androsace podlechii?

Androsace podlechii

What is the natural habitat of Androsace podlechii?

Rocky slopes and alpine meadows

What is the flowering period of Androsace podlechii?

Late spring to early summer

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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