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Arenaria procera ssp. procera

Scientific Name: Arenaria procera ssp. procera

Family: Caryophyllaceae

Category: Dicot

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Arenaria procera

Also known as Sandwort or Siberian Sandwort (specifically for Arenaria procera subsp. glabra), Arenaria procera is a plant often used in rock gardens due to its preference for well-drained, sandy soil.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Arenaria procera Spreng.
  • Family: Caryophyllaceae (Carnation family)
  • Rank: Subspecies (e.g., Arenaria procera subsp. procera, Arenaria procera subsp. glabra)
  • Synonyms:
    • Arenaria micradenia
    • Arenaria graminifolia
    • Arenaria biebersteinii
    • Eremogyne graminifolia
    • Eremogone saxatilis (for Arenaria procera subsp. glabra)
    • Arenaria stenophylla
  • Alternative Scientific Names:
    • Eremogone procera
    • Eremogone stenophylla

Distribution and Habitat

  • The plant is noted in locations such as Austria and Bulgaria.
  • It is also found in Europe, including Romania.
  • Siberian Sandwort (Arenaria procera subsp. glabra) indicates a potential presence in Siberia or similar climates.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It forms a low cushion.
  • Some subspecies form clumps.
  • It reaches 20-30 cm in height.
  • Stems and leaves quickly reproduce as spring begins.

Cultivation

  • Requires well-drained, sandy soil.
  • Very hardy.
  • Should be grown in a bright place with direct sunlight.

Further Information

  • Taxonomic Serial No.: 823572.
  • Available in B and T World Seeds' database.
  • Further information is available from the International Plant Names Index, Australian Plant Name Index, and NYBG Virtual Herbarium, and JSTOR Plant.