Saxifraga caespitosa; there are many saxifrage species on Iceland. The tufted saxifrage is one of the most common saxifrage. It grows all over Iceland, especially between stones and rocky areas. Characteristic for this species are the small rosettes and leafy flowering stems. Also characteristic are the flowering shoots which only have one or two flowers. It is member of the saxifrage family (Saxifragaceae). The Icelandic name of this species is þúfusteinbrjótur.
FLORA OF ICELAND elements: Saxifraga caespitosa, Tufted Saxifrage, þúfusteinbrjótur
A brief introduction to Iceland plants
Text & Photographs by Dick Vuijk
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Text & Photographs by Dick Vuijk
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Other Saxifages and close relatives
Other Saxifrages and close relatives