Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
spinulifera
ID:
535524

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 237: 184 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534856

Common Names

  • Spinulifera Rockjasmine
  • Spinulifera Avens
  • Spinulifera Androsace

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Synonyms

  • Androsace prattiana R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Androsace strigillosa spinulifera Franch. [unknown]

Description

Androsace spinulifera (also called Spiny 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 spinulifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Androsace spinulifera has small, white flowers with yellow centres that are borne in clusters on a short stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Androsace spinulifera is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the mountains of Europe. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or early summer, or by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Androsace spinulifera

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

Androsace spinulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Androsace spinulifera?

Androsace spinulifera

What is the common name of Androsace spinulifera?

Spiny-leaved rock jasmine

What is the natural habitat of Androsace spinulifera?

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,

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