Alpine Saxifrage

Micranthes nivalis

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Saxifragaceae
Genus:
Micranthes
Species:
Micranthes nivalis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
6 in - 1 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
White, Red, Orange, Yellow
Ground Cover:
Yes

Native Range

United States: Alaska, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Quebec, Yukon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
5.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
often found in alpine and arctic regions

Germination Information

Pre-treatment: None required

Establishment: The protocol does not provide specific information on propagation source, pre-treatment, establishment protocol, temperature, germination rate, or germination time for Alopecurus alpinus.

Source: npn.rngr.net