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Dryas octopetala

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Field Notes

Description:

An arctic-alpine flowering plant in the family Rosaceae, spotted here in the Swiss Alps at 2200 m above sea level. Delicate white flower. The scientific name refers to the eight petals of the flower, an unusual number in the Rosaceae family.

Habitat:

Limestone outcrops.

Notes:

Grows on dry spots where snow melts early.

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Dryas octopetala

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Comments (3)
Meik Meißner
Yes, I was suprised to find this plant in Iceland, because I thought it prefers habitats on limestone substrate. And yeah Iceland is a facinating place and really worth visiting!
DanielePralong
Thanks Meik! Similarities with Iceland flora are not entirely unexpected... although I would expect volcanic soil would create opportunities for different species. I would love to go there one day!
Meik Meißner
Great picture! I spotted this species in Iceland, too.

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Flowers of Europe
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The Flora of Central European Alps

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PublishedJune 16, 2011

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