Russethair Saxifrage
Micranthes ferruginea
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
4"–12" H × 3"–8" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
CA, ID, MT, OR and 2 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Russethair saxifrage is a compact native perennial that forms neat clumps of basal leaves with delicate flower spikes. It blooms through summer with small white or pinkish flowers on slender stems above the foliage. This mountain wildflower thrives in partial sun with moderate moisture.
In an HOA neighborhood
Russethair Saxifrage is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The summer flowers attract native bees and beetles for pollination. Its compact size makes it useful for smaller pollinators that prefer low-growing flower sources.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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