Tolmie's Saxifrage

Micranthes tolmiei

Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

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

Native Range

United States: Alaska, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Canada: British Columbia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, well-drained rocky or sandy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers alpine and subalpine environments

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