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western rockjasmine
Scientific Name: Androsace occidentalis
Family: Primulaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names: IN (western rockjasmine), MI (rock-jasmine), OH (w
Western Rock Jasmine (Androsace occidentalis)
Androsace occidentalis, commonly known as western rock jasmine, is a small flowering plant belonging to the primrose family. It's known for its delicate appearance and is considered one of the smallest flowering plants in some regions.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant has tiny parts.
Considerations for Children
- This plant has tiny parts.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Androsace occidentalis
- Common Names: Western Rock Jasmine, Western Rockjasmine, Western Androsace, Fairy Candelabra, Western Rock-jasmine
- Family: Primulaceae (Primrose Family)
- Synonyms: Androsace occidentalis Pursh
Distribution and Habitat
Androsace occidentalis is native to much of southern regions. One documented location is Minnesota.
Morphological Characteristics
- Flowers: Tiny, white, 5-petaled flowers arranged in an umbel-like array with leafy bracts that are longer than the flowers.
- Stems: Flowering stalks are erect, slender, leafless, and rough with star-shaped hairs. Often has several arched-ascending lateral stalks.
- Leaves: Basal.
- It is an annual, so it does not get bigger every year.
Quirky Facts
- Western Rock Jasmine is one of the smallest, daintiest forbs in Minnesota.
Further Information
For more information, you can consult the USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database and the Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS).