Saxifraga oppositifolia

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Purple Saxifrage

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Saxifragaceae

Saxifraga is the largest genus of the Saxifragaceae family with roughly 440 species spread around temperate regions of the northern hemisphere. The latin name means stone breaking which could refer to many species growing in rock crevices at high altitudes. Other species are larger and grow on moist meadows, but most species, even those growing on cliffs, grow where there is some moisture. A few species are native to Iceland.

Propagation:

Division in spring or fall.

Seed - sown in September - November.

Seed has short viability and should be stored refrigerated until it is sown.

Seed not covered and stored at 20°C (68°F) for 4-6 weeks. If there is no germination in that time, the seed is stored outside until germination. Optimum germination temperature is 5-12°C (41-54°F).

Native plant, common around the country.

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