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rockjasmine

Scientific Name: Androsace

Family: Primulaceae

Category: Dicot

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Rock Jasmine: A Diverse Genus

The term "Rock Jasmine" refers to various plants within the genus Androsace, belonging to the Primrose family (Primulaceae). These plants are often found in alpine and rocky environments.

Considerations for Pets

  • Several species of Androsace form low carpets or tight rosettes, which might be tempting for pets to investigate.

Scientific Classification and Nomenclature

  • Genus: Androsace
  • Family: Primulaceae (Primrose family)
  • Species Examples:
    • Androsace lanuginosa (Woolly Rock Jasmine)
    • Androsace alpina (Alpine Rock-Jasmine)
    • Androsace lactea
    • Androsace pyrenaica (Pyrenean Rock Jasmine)
    • Androsace septentrionalis (Pygmy-flower Rock-jasmine)
    • Androsace chamaejasme (Alpine Rock Jasmine)
    • Androsace occidentalis

Common Names

  • Rock Jasmine
  • Woolly Rock Jasmine (Androsace lanuginosa)
  • Alpine Rock-Jasmine (Androsace alpina)
  • Pyrenean Rock Jasmine (Androsace pyrenaica)
  • Pygmy-flower Rock-jasmine (Androsace septentrionalis)

Distribution and Habitat

  • Many Androsace species are alpine plants.
  • Androsace alpina is endemic to the Alps.
  • Found in rocky crevices and siliceous screes of high alpine and nival levels.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Often forms tufted leaves in basal rosettes.
  • Some species form a low carpet of silvery-grey evergreen rosettes (e.g., Androsace lanuginosa).
  • Flowers in umbels of pink, red, or white.
  • Androsace lanuginosa has woolly silver-green leaves.
  • Annual species can grow from 3 to 25 cm tall.

Ecological Role

  • Associated with oak savanna and/or dry prairie habitats.

Flowering Period

  • Androsace lanuginosa flowers from mid to late summer, extending into autumn.
  • In the Pyrenees, flowering occurs with pink or pink flushed flowers.

Further Information

  • Royal Horticultural Society (RHS)
  • HowStuffWorks
  • Monrovia
  • Dave's Garden
  • Digging Dog Mail Order Nursery