Anderson's Rockjasmine

Androsace chamaejasme

Also known as: Lehmann's rockjasmine, sweetflower rockjasmine

Anderson's Rockjasmine

No machine-readable author provided. Denis Barthel assumed (based on copyright claims).

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Primulaceae
Genus:
Androsace
Species:
Androsace chamaejasme

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
Less than 6 in
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
White, Pink
Ground Cover:
Yes

Native Range

United States: Alaska, Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Agriades rusticus

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
thrives in alpine and subalpine regions