Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
rotundifolia
ID:
535450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hardw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1795

Citation Micro:
Asiat. Res. 4: 350 (1795)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534782

Common Names

  • Round-Leaved Rockjasmine
  • Round-Leaved Avens
  • Round-Leaved Androsace

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Synonyms

  • Primula paritoshensis Raizada [unknown]
  • Primula parviflora (Jacq. ex Duby) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Androsace elegans Duby [unknown]
  • Androsace fragilis Duthie [unknown]
  • Androsace incisa Wall. [unknown]
  • Androsace parviflora Jacq. ex Duby [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia elatior R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia elegans (Duby) R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia fragilis (Duthie) R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia glandulosa Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia glandulosa (Hook.f.) Y.J.Nasir [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia incisa (Wall.) R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia macrocalyx Watt [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia parviflora (Jacq. ex Duby) R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia pusilla R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia stacheyi Watt [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia thomsonii Watt [unknown]
  • Androsace thomsonii (Watt) Y.J.Nasir [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia nepalensis Kitam. [unknown]
  • Androsace rotundifolia rotundifolia [unknown]
  • Androsace umbellata glandulosa (Hook.f.) Y.J.Nasir [unknown]

Description

Androsace rotundifolia (also called Round-leaved 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 rotundifolia 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 rotundifolia has white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with white and yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Androsace rotundifolia 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 rotundifolia

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

Androsace rotundifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Androsace rotundifolia?

Androsace rotundifolia

What is the common name of Androsace rotundifolia?

Round-leaved rock jasmine

What is the natural habitat of Androsace rotundifolia?

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,

References