Status:
valid
Authors:
Boriss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 16: 98 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564235
Common Names
- Bergenia hissarica
- Hissar Bergenia
- Hissar Heartleaf
Description
Bergenia hissarica (also called 'Hissar Bergenia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It grows in grassland and forest margins, and has ovate leaves with a smooth surface. It produces pink flowers in spring.
Uses & Benefits
Bergenia hissarica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The wood is used for making furniture and tools.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bergenia hissarica has small white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have thin, lance-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bergenia hissarica is a low-maintenance perennial that grows in a clump of thick, leathery, evergreen leaves. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Bergenia hissarica
Bergenia hissarica can be found in the mountains of central and southern Asia.
Bergenia hissarica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bergenia hissarica?
Bergenia hissarica
What is the common name of Bergenia hissarica?
Hissar Bergenia
What is the family of Bergenia hissarica?
Saxifragaceae
Species in the Bergenia genus
Bergenia ciliata,
Bergenia crassifolia,
Bergenia emeiensis,
Bergenia hissarica,
Bergenia pacumbis,
Bergenia purpurascens,
Bergenia scopulosa,
Bergenia stracheyi,
Bergenia tianquanensis,
Bergenia ugamica,
Species in the Saxifragaceae family
Astilbe amabilis,
Astilbe apoensis,
Astilbe biternata,
Astilbe crenatiloba,
Astilbe formosa,
Astilbe glaberrima,
Astilbe grandis,
Astilbe hachijoensis,
Astilbe japonica,
Astilbe khasiana,
Astilbe longicarpa,
Astilbe longipilosa,
Astilbe macrocarpa,
Astilbe macroflora,
Astilbe microphylla,
Astilbe okuyamae,
Astilbe papuana,
Astilbe philippinensis,
Astilbe photeinophylla,
Astilbe platyphylla,
Astilbe rivularis,
Astilbe rubra,
Astilbe shikokiana,
Astilbe simplicifolia,
Astilbe thunbergii,
Astilbe tsushimensis,
Astilbe longipedicellata,
Astilboides tabularis,
Bensoniella oregona,
Bergenia ciliata,
Bergenia crassifolia,
Bergenia emeiensis,
Bergenia hissarica,
Bergenia pacumbis,
Bergenia purpurascens,
Bergenia scopulosa,
Bergenia stracheyi,
Bergenia tianquanensis,
Bergenia ugamica,
Bolandra californica,
Bolandra oregana,
Boykinia aconitifolia,
Boykinia intermedia,
Boykinia lycoctonifolia,
Boykinia major,
Boykinia occidentalis,
Boykinia richardsonii,
Boykinia rotundifolia,
Boykinia richardsonii,
Boykinia cincinnata,