Alchemilla rutenbergii

Alchemilla rutenbergii

Native to:
Madagascar

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Rosaceae
Genus:
Alchemilla
Species:
Alchemilla rutenbergii

Growth Characteristics

Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
yellow-green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, other pollinators
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Light-dependent germination; requires cool temperatures and consistent moisture. Fresh seed germinates more readily than stored seed.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI