Alaska Saxifrage

Micranthes razshivinii

Native to:
Canada, United States
Alaska Saxifrage

NPS/Jacob W. Frank: Denali National Park and Preserve (www.flickr.com)

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Saxifragaceae
Genus:
Micranthes
Species:
Micranthes razshivinii
USDA Symbol:
SARA7

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
25 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained alpine soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to alpine regions; prefers cool, moist conditions

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI