Arabis alpina Alpine rock cress (Cruciferae)

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Arabis alpina
Alpine rock cress
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The Arabis alpina plant species is found in Europe. In Britain it is only found on the Isle of Skye[17]. It is a member of the Cruciferae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Alpine rock cress.

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Latin Name:  Arabis alpina
Common Name:  Alpine rock cress
Family:  Cruciferae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.15   Mature Width:  0.4

Habitat:  Screes and rocks in moist sites in mountains[45, 50].

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in ordinary well-drained soil[1, 134]. Prefers a sandy loam and a sunny position. Another report says that it prefers partial shade[134]. Plants resent root disturbance and are best put in their final positions whilst still small[134].

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