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(Hornungia alpina)
Chamois Cress (Hornungia alpina)
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Photo by: Yoan MARTIN | License Type: CC BY-SA 4.0 | License URL: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ | Attribution: Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa) | Rights Holder: Yoan MARTIN | Publisher: PlantNet | Date Created: 2017-06-23T22:00Z | Title: Hornungia alpina (L.) O.Appel: flower | Notes: |
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Summary
Hornungia alpina, commonly known as Chamois Cress, is an evergreen perennial herb native to alpine and subalpine zones in Central and Southern Europe, where it thrives on rocky slopes and in gravelly soil. It is a low-growing plant, typically reaching a height of 0.3 feet (about 9 cm) and spreading up to 0.8 feet (approximately 24 cm). Chamois Cress forms a mat-like ground cover with small, fleshy leaves that contribute to its evergreen status.
Chamois Cress is valued for its ability to create a dense carpet of foliage, which is particularly useful in rock gardens, alpine collections, and as an edging plant. It produces small, four-petaled white flowers in the spring that add a delicate charm to its appearance. While it prefers full sun, it can tolerate partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It is relatively low maintenance, but in wetter climates, it may need protection from excessive moisture to prevent root rot. Chamois Cress is not commonly affected by diseases or pests, making it a resilient choice for gardeners.CC BY-SA 4.0
Chamois Cress is valued for its ability to create a dense carpet of foliage, which is particularly useful in rock gardens, alpine collections, and as an edging plant. It produces small, four-petaled white flowers in the spring that add a delicate charm to its appearance. While it prefers full sun, it can tolerate partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It is relatively low maintenance, but in wetter climates, it may need protection from excessive moisture to prevent root rot. Chamois Cress is not commonly affected by diseases or pests, making it a resilient choice for gardeners.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.1-0.3 feet
- Width: 0.4-0.8 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: High
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Low Maintenance, Rock Garden
Natural Habitat
Alpine and subalpine zones
Other Names
Common Names: Alpen-Gemskresse, Alpkrassing
Scientific Names: , Hornungia alpina, Hutchinsia alpina, Pritzelago alpina, Lepidium alpinum, Noccaea alpina, Hutchinsia affinis, Pritzelago alpina subsp. polatschekii, Hutchinsia alpina subsp. polatschekii, Noccaea affinis
GBIF Accepted Name: Hornungia alpina (L.) O.Appel