Dryas integrifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vahl
Source:
rjp
Year:
1798
Citation Micro:
Skr. Naturhist.-Selsk. 4(2): 171 (1798)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001012682
Common Names
- Dryas Integrifolia
- Wholeleaf Mountain Avens
- Wholeleaf Dryas
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dryas integrifolia (also called Whole-leaved Mountain Avens, among many other common names) is a perennial herb in the rose family with yellow flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in woodlands, scrub, and rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Dryas integrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Dryas integrifolia var. sylvatica HulténDryas integrifolia sub. chamissonis (Spreng. ex Juz.) Scoggan
Dryas integrifolia sub. crenulata (Juz.) Kozhevn.
Dryas integrifolia sub. sylvatica (Hultén) Hultén
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dryas integrifolia are white or pink, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dryas integrifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings in the spring or summer. It can also be propagated from root cuttings in the fall.
Where to Find Dryas integrifolia
Dryas integrifolia is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California. It is most commonly found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and streambanks.
Species in the Dryas genus
Species in the Rosaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-5504: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.