Saxifraga cebennensis
Description and General Information:
This saxifrage belongs to the "mossy" group. It forms a tight rounded bun with cleft, somewhat sticky, evergreen foliage. Masses of white flowers arise several on 5 cm stems. The flowers are quite large, reaching nearly a centimetre in diameter. In the wild, it is highly endemic and restricted to limestone in the Cevennes mountains of southern France.
Cultivation:
This saxifrage prefers full sun but in warmer regions, should be shaded from the hot afternoon sun. It requires a well-drained site, preferably with the addition of lime. It is not drought-tolerant. It is an ideal subject for an alpine house. Outdoors, growing on tufa seems to be the best way to cultivate this species. It also does well in alpine troughs.
Blooming Season:
May to June depending on the location.
Propagation:
By seeds.
Seeds:
Germination is best if fresh seed are used. Surface sow, as the seeds are dust-like. They need a stratification period of 3 months.
Division:
Not generally practiced.
Cuttings:
Not generally practiced.