Status:
valid
Authors:
W.E.Evans
Source:
cmp
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 15: 130 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534780
Common Names
- Rock's Rockjasmine
- Rock's Avens
- Rock's Androsace
Description
Androsace rockii (also called Rock's Rock Jasmine, among many other common names) is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial with small, white flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in rocky areas, alpine meadows, and grassy slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Androsace rockii 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 rockii has white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with white and yellow flowers.
Cultivation and Propagation
Androsace rockii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring. It prefers moist soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).
Where to Find Androsace rockii
Androsace rockii is native to the alpine regions of the Himalayas, from Pakistan to western China, at elevations of 3,000-5,000 meters.
Androsace rockii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Androsace rockii?
Androsace rockii
What is the common name of Androsace rockii?
Rock's rock jasmine
What is the natural habitat of Androsace rockii?
Rocky slopes and crevices
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,