Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 81: 12. 1927.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663223
Common Names
- Alpina Ectotropis
- Ectotropis Alpina
- Alpina Plantain Lily
Synonyms
- Delosperma alpinum (N.E.Br.) S.A.Hammer & A.P.Dold [invalid]
Description
Ectotropis alpina (also called Alpine Ectotropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It grows in rocky areas, scrublands and dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Ectotropis alpina is an evergreen shrub that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces fragrant white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ectotropis alpina is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ectotropis alpina is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of soils and climates. It prefers full sun to light shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Ectotropis alpina
Ectotropis alpina is native to the Alps.
Ectotropis alpina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ectotropis alpina?
Ectotropis alpina
What is the common name of Ectotropis alpina?
Alpine Ectotropis
What is the native habitat of Ectotropis alpina?
Woodlands in Japan
Species in the Ectotropis genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family