Siberian-tea (Drymocallis rupestris, Cas. Nár. Muz., Rada Prír. 154: 118 (1985 publ. 1989))

Family: Rosaceae

Author: (L.) Soják

Bibliography: Cas. Nár. Muz., Rada Prír. 154: 118 (1985 publ. 1989)

Year: 1989

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Drymocallis

Vegetable: False

Observations: Europe to SW. Siberia and Caucasus, Morocco

Description

Siberian-tea, scientifically known as Drymocallis rupestris, is an intriguing species belonging to the Rosaceae family. This perennial herb is noted for its wide geographical distribution, spanning from Europe all the way to southwestern Siberia and the Caucasus, and even extending as far as Morocco. Such a broad range indicates the plant’s adaptability to various climatic and geographical conditions.

Originally documented in the Cas. Nár. Muz., Rada Prír. in the mid-1980s but published in 1989, Siberian-tea owes its formal botanical name to the author (L.) Soják. The extensive documentation highlights not only the plant’s botanical characteristics but also its ecological significance.

Siberian-tea is distinguished by its sturdy appearance and resilience, which allows it to thrive in rocky habitats and mountainous terrains. This characteristic is often reflected in its common name, which evokes a sense of robustness and endurance despite harsh conditions.

The presence of Drymocallis rupestris in such diverse regions suggests that the plant has evolved various mechanisms to cope with different environmental factors. In Europe and the Caucasus, the plant might be found in more temperate climates, while in southwestern Siberia and Morocco, it could be exposed to more extreme conditions, from cold, dry winters to hot, arid summers.

As a member of the Rosaceae family, Siberian-tea shares commonalities with other well-known plants in this group, such as roses, strawberries, and raspberries. This connection hints at potential medicinal and ecological uses, although specific applications might vary based on local traditional knowledge and practices.

In summary, Drymocallis rupestris, or Siberian-tea, is a versatile and resilient plant with a significant range across various regions. Its detailed study and documentation reflect the rich biodiversity it represents and its potential importance in various ecological systems.

Common Names

Deu: felsen-fingerkraut, steinfingerkraut
Eng: siberian-tea, prairie-tea, rock cinquefoil
Swe: trollsmultron
En: Siberian-tea, Prairie-tea, Rock cinquefoil
De: Felsen-Fingerkraut, Steinfingerkraut
Sv: Trollsmultron

Synonyms

• Drymocallis inquinans ((Turcz.) Soják)
• Drymocallis rubricaulis (Fourr.)
• Potentilla rupestris subvar. humilis (Rouy & E.G.Camus)
• Potentilla rupestris var. macrocalyx ((A.Huet) Lehm.)
• Potentilla foliosa (Sommier & Levier ex R.Keller)
• Potentilla rupestris f. villosa (Th.Wolf)
• Potentilla rupestris var. orientalis ((R.Keller ex Siegfr.) Th.Wolf)
• Potentilla rupestris f. idaea (Th.Wolf)
• Potentilla rupestris var. villosa (Lecoq & Lamotte)
• Potentilla rupestris (L.)
• Potentilla rupestris var. foliosa ((Sommier & Levier ex R.Keller) Th.Wolf)
• Potentilla rupestris var. gracilis (Friv.)
• Potentilla rupestris subsp. jailae ((Juz.) Soják)
• Potentilla rupestris var. grandiflora (Th.Wolf)
• Potentilla banatica ((Th.Wolf) Jáv.)
• Potentilla rupestris var. rubescens (Rouy & E.G.Camus)
• Potentilla rupestris subvar. rubricaulis (Fourr. ex Briq.)
• Potentilla rupestris var. subalpina (Th.Wolf)
• Potentilla rupestris var. typica (Th.Wolf)
• Potentilla rupestris var. saxicola (Rouy & E.G.Camus)
• Potentilla rupestris var. strigosa (Th.Wolf)
• Potentilla rupestris var. beniczkyi ((Friv.) Th.Wolf)
• Potentilla macrocalyx (A.Huet)
• Potentilla rupestris subvar. normalis (Briq.)
• Potentilla rupestris f. orientalis (R.Keller & Siegfr.)
• Potentilla rupestris f. asperula (Th.Wolf)
• Drymocallis jailae ((Juz.) Soják)
• Potentilla rupestris var. eriotricha (Borbás)
• Potentilla rupestris f. chloropoda (Gáyer)
• Fragaria rupestris ((L.) Crantz)
• Potentilla jailae (Juz.)
• Drymocallis rupestris subsp. banatica ((Th.Wolf) Soják)
• Argentina rupestris ((L.) Lam.)
• Potentilla rupestris var. banatica (Th.Wolf)
• Drymocallis rupestris subsp. jailae ((Juz.) Soják)
• Potentilla beniczkyi (Friv.)

Distribution

• Albania (native)
• Altay (native)
• Austria (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Corse (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Italy (native)
• Morocco (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Norway (native)
• Poland (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Romania (native)
• Spain (native)
• Sweden (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• Central European Rus (introduced)
• Turkey (introduced)

Additional Images

Habit

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Taken Jul 11, 2016 by Miguel A. C. (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 24, 2022 by Tristan Jaton-Maria (cc-by-sa)

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Leaf

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Flower

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:947073-1)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3001836)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Drymocallis rupestris (L.) Soj k)

Specifications

Growth