Petrocallis pyrenaica
Botanical Information
Family | Brassicaceae |
Genus | Petrocallis |
Species | pyrenaica |
Category | Perennials |
Origin | From the Alps, Dolomites and Pyrenees. A monotypic species. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Growth | Slow |
Description and Growing Information
Shape | Tight cushion forming plant. |
Landscape | Alpine, trough or rock garden plant. |
Propagation | From fresh ripe seed or summer cuttings rooted in sand. |
Cultivation | Plant in a well drained bright disposition. |
Habitat | Found growing on limestone rocks and screes. |
Flower Description | Pink but occasionally white four petaled flowers to 1 cm across. |