saxifragasaxifraga
genusgenusHardy mountain-dwelling plants known for their ability to grow in rocky crevices and form dense cushions or mats of foliage. These resilient plants produce delicate flowers in various colors and often feature distinctive rosettes of leaves.
Etymology
The name 'Saxifraga' comes from Latin 'saxum' meaning 'rock' and 'frangere' meaning 'to break,' referring to their remarkable ability to grow in and eventually split rock crevices.
Interesting fact!
These determined plants can actually break down rocks over time as their roots grow into tiny cracks, earning them the nickname 'stone breakers' in ancient times.
All species of Saxifraga
saxifragaSarmentosa
Strawberry begonia, Strawberry geranium, Creeping saxifrage.
saxifragaStolonifera
Strawberry begonia, Strawberry geranium, Creeping saxifrage.
saxifragaFortunei
Fortune's saxifrage, Chinese saxifrage, Woodland saxifrage.
saxifragaCuneifolia
Wedgeleaf saxifrage, Alpine saxifrage, Red-backed saxifrage.
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