Soldanella calabrella - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calabrella
ID:
504121
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kress
Source:
ksu
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Primulaceen-Stud. 8: 24 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503453
Common Names
- Soldanella Calabrella
- Calabrella Soldanella
- Soldanella Soldanella
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Soldanella calabrella (also called Calabrian Snowbell, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the Calabria region of Italy, and is found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Soldanella calabrella is an evergreen perennial plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens and landscaping. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer months and is drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for dry areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Soldanella calabrella are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Soldanella calabrella is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the mountains of Europe. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown on the surface of a well-drained, sandy soil and lightly covered with soil. Germination usually takes place within two weeks.
Where to Find Soldanella calabrella
Soldanella calabrella is native to Europe and can be found in alpine and subalpine meadows.
Soldanella calabrella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Soldanella calabrella?
Soldanella calabrella
What is the common name of Soldanella calabrella?
Calabrian Soldanella
What is the natural habitat of Soldanella calabrella?
Alpine meadows and rocky slopes
Species in the Soldanella genus
Soldanella chrysosticta, Soldanella carpatica, Soldanella calabrella, Soldanella alpina, Soldanella transsilvanica, Soldanella villosa, Soldanella hungarica, Soldanella minima, Soldanella lungoviensis, Soldanella hybrida, Soldanella ganderi, Soldanella degeniana, Soldanella rhodopaea, Soldanella pusilla, Soldanella montana, Soldanella pindicola, Soldanella richteri,
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
Alarich Alban Herwig Ludwig Kress (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kress' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:934798-1: Based on the initial data import