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pygmyflower rockjasmine
Scientific Name: Androsace septentrionalis
Family: Primulaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual, Perennial
Other Names:
Androsace septentrionalis: Pygmyflower Rockjasmine
Androsace septentrionalis, commonly known as pygmyflower rockjasmine, is a small herb found in various regions. It is also referred to as northern rockjasmine, Northern fairy candelabra, and in Chinese, bei dian di mei. Other variations of the common name include pygmy-flower rock-jasmine.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Androsace septentrionalis L.
- Family: Primulaceae (Primrose Family)
- Synonym: Primula septentrionalis (L.)
- Subspecies: Androsace septentrionalis ssp. subumbellata (A. Nelson) G.T. Robbins and Androsace septentrionalis ssp. subulifera
- Related Species: Androsace arguta Greene, A. gormanii Greene, A. puberulenta Rydberg, A. septentrionalis var. diffusa
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the Rockies and other alpine regions of North America.
- Extends up into the Arctic.
- Also found in southern and central California (Androsace septentrionalis ssp. subumbellata).
Morphological Characteristics
- An annual or perennial herb.
- Reaches a height of 3-25 cm.
- Flower stems are usually numerous.
- Stems range from nearly hairless to sparsely glandular-short-hairy.
- Threadlike stems with tiny white flowers.
- 'Stardust' variety has rosettes of lance-shaped, toothed, dark grey-green leaves.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant is a small herb, so consult a veterinarian before introducing this plant to the home if you have pets.
Additional Resources
- USDA Plants Database
- Dave's Garden
- Discover Life