Purple saxifrage

Purple saxifrage (Saxifraga oppositifolia) is the floral harbinger of spring in our most mountainous areas and it can appear even before lowland primroses & snowdrops. In fact, so keen is it to flower, that it can do so ...

The world’s hardiest plant lives on Kafeklubben Island, off the coast of Greenland. Located just over 83 degrees north and closer to the North Pole than any other land on Earth, this island is made of permafrost whose summers only last around 30 days. Here, the purple saxifrage (Saxifraga oppositifolia) thrives and brings a splash

Wed. 21st March 2012. From the Northern tip of Greenland at 84 degrees north, Northern Spitsbergen, Arctic Canada, Alaska and so...

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Why does Saxifraga oppositifolia, also known as purple saxifrage, begin its bloom cycle immediately after the thaw of its Arctic and alpine habitats? This intriguing behavior highlights the plant's exceptional resilience to cold temperatures and its adaptation to some of the planet's most challenging environments. The purple saxifrage is a low-growing perennial that boasts distinctive woody branches and vibrant purple flowers, enabling it to thrive at the highest elevations in Europe…

my next tattoo. purple saxifrage: a beautiful flower that flourishes in extreme conditions. proof that as a person you can flourish through tough times, even when all odds and conditions are against you