In what environment does Saxifraga stolonifera grow better?
Saxifraga stolonifera, a perennial evergreen herbaceous plant, in the family Saxifragaceae, genus Saxifraga, with slender creeping stolons densely covered with curled long glandular hairs, bearing scale-like leaves. Produced in Hebei, Shaanxi, Gansu, Jiangsu, Anhui and other places.
Other names of Saxifraga stolonifera
Strawberry Saxifrage, Golden Thread Hanging Hibiscus, Tiger Ear, Golden Thread Lotus Leaf, Ear Red
Growth habits of Saxifraga stolonifera
A perennial evergreen herbaceous plant. Plant it in a small pot with leaf mold or peat soil, and it requires good drainage. During the growing season, apply liquid fertilizer once every 2~3 weeks.
It is relatively cold-tolerant, and a winter room temperature of 5°C will not harm it. Variegated varieties have poorer cold tolerance, and it is best to keep the temperature above 15°C.
It is relatively shade-tolerant; in summer, provide 50%~60% shade. Tricolor saxifrage requires slightly stronger sunlight, otherwise its colors will not be vivid. During the growing season, it needs sufficient water. After flowering, there is a dormant period, so water less.
Main value of Saxifraga stolonifera
Ornamental: The stems of Saxifraga stolonifera are long and creep and hang down, with small plantlets at the stem tips, just like golden threads hanging a hibiscus. It can be used for landscaping in rock gardens, or potted for indoor hanging display.
Medicinal: The whole plant of Saxifraga stolonifera can be used as medicine. Functions and indications: dispel wind, clear heat, cool blood and detoxify. Treats rubella, eczema, otitis media, erysipelas, cough, vomiting blood, lung abscess, uterine bleeding, and hemorrhoids.
Flower language of Saxifraga stolonifera
Continuous
True love
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