Facchinia Cerastiifolia
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Facchinia Cerastiifolia
facchinia cerastiifolia
Facchinia Cerastiifolia, commonly known as the cerastium-leaved facchinia, is a resilient alpine perennial plant belonging to the pink family (Caryophyllaceae). Endemic to the rocky, wind-swept heights of the European Alps—most notably the Dolomites—this remarkable species has evolved to thrive in some of the most inhospitable environments on Earth. Clinging tightly to limestone crevices and shifting scree slopes, it forms low, dense, moss-like cushions that protect it from extreme cold and drying winds. During the short alpine summer, these green cushions transform as they erupt with a spectacular display of small, star-shaped white flowers. This sudden burst of life not only brightens the grey limestone landscapes but also plays a vital role in attracting high-altitude pollinators, serving as an ecological pioneer in stabilizing fragile mountain soils.
生息地: Found in alpine screes, rocky crevices, and limestone cliffs at high elevations.
外見
This species forms dense, low-growing, bright green cushions or tufts, typically reaching heights of only 2 to 10 centimeters. Its leaves are small, narrow, linear-lanceolate, and closely arranged along the stems, strongly resembling those of the genus Cerastium. The flowers are small, measuring roughly 8 to 12 millimeters in diameter, featuring five distinct white petals that are slightly longer than the pointed green sepals beneath them.
界Plantae門Tracheophyta綱Magnoliopsida目Caryophyllales科Caryophyllaceae属Facchinia
カテゴリ
植物レア度
Common
危険度
1/5 · 非常に低い
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おもしろい事実
Despite growing in freezing alpine zones, its dense foliage prevents ice crystals from forming inside the core of the cushion, acting as a natural insulation blanket.
Its species name 'cerastiifolia' translates directly to 'leaves like Cerastium', highlighting the similarity of its foliage to mouse-ear chickweed.
The cushion-like growth form of Facchinia Cerastiifolia acts as an 'ecosystem engineer', trapping organic debris and creating richer soil that other alpine plants can colonize.
特殊能力
能力
Cushion Microclimate
Forms tight, compact cushions that trap heat and moisture, maintaining internal temperatures significantly warmer than the freezing ambient alpine air.
能力
Flexible Scree Anchoring
Possesses highly elastic stems and a deep taproot that allow the plant to withstand shifting gravel and heavy snow loads without snapping.
能力
Low-Temperature Photosynthesis
Capable of performing photosynthesis at near-freezing temperatures, allowing it to maximize food production during short alpine growing seasons.
サイズと詳細
- 長さ
- 2+ cm
- 寿命
- 10+ 年
食性と食事
As a photoautotroph, this plant produces its own organic compounds using sunlight, carbon dioxide, water, and essential mineral nutrients absorbed from the soil.
主な食物
- Sunlight
- Carbon dioxide
- Water
- Mineral nutrients
生態系とのつながり
mutualism
Alpine Bumblebee
Bombus alpinus
Pollinated by high-altitude insects seeking nectar during the brief summer bloom.
eaten by
Alpine Ibex
Capra ibex
Occasionally grazed upon by high-altitude herbivores adapted to steep rocky terrains.
特徴
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別名
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安全性
危険度
1/5 · 非常に低い
まだ特別な安全上の注意はありません。
よくある質問
Facchinia Cerastiifoliaを見分けるには？
Facchinia Cerastiifoliaを識別する最も簡単な方法は、Snappit自然識別アプリを使用することです。
Facchinia Cerastiifoliaの長さは何ですか？
2+ cm
Facchinia Cerastiifoliaの寿命は何ですか？
10+ 年
Facchinia Cerastiifoliaは何を食べますか？
As a photoautotroph, this plant produces its own organic compounds using sunlight, carbon dioxide, water, and essential mineral nutrients absorbed from the soil.
Facchinia Cerastiifoliaは通常どこに生息していますか？
Found in alpine screes, rocky crevices, and limestone cliffs at high elevations.
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