Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter to prevent waterlogged roots.
Ensure excellent drainage to avoid root rot, especially in containers.
Azorella trifurcata forms dense, mat-forming cushions of small, leathery leaves, creating a striking visual texture. Ideal for rock gardens and alpine settings.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures; avoid extreme heat and frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter to prevent waterlogged roots.
Ensure excellent drainage to avoid root rot, especially in containers.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a compact, mounded shape and to remove any dead or damaged foliage. Avoid heavy pruning, as this plant does not readily resprout from old wood.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming.
Propagate by division of established clumps in spring or by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Cuttings should be treated with rooting hormone and planted in a well-draining medium.
Divisions should be replanted promptly.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining, gritty compost mix.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes to prevent water accumulation around the roots.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cushion Bolax (Azorella trifurcata)
Where Cushion Bolax (Azorella trifurcata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Azorella |
| Species | Azorella trifurcata |
Similar in genus Azorella
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