Species Greenland Braya

Greenland Braya

Braya thorild-wulffii subsp. thorild-wulffii

Greenland Braya (Braya thorild-wulffii subsp. thorild-wulffii) is a critically endangered perennial plant species found only in the southwestern area of Greenland. The plants have fleshy basal leaves and stems up to 10 inches tall, topped with clusters of small purple flowers in the summer. The plant grows in subalpine rocky barrens that experience 12-14 weeks of snow cover and have harsh temperatures, rarely rising above 0°C. Greenland Braya is highly adapted to these conditions, having developed morphological features like thick waxy cuticles and heavy clustering that helps to protect it from the elements. Conservation efforts are ongoing to protect this unique species from the extreme conditions of its native home.

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Growth Rate:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Care Level:

Extreme

watering

The Greenland Braya (Braya thorild-wulffii subsp. thorild-wulffii) is an annual plant that thrive when given regular moisture throughout the growing season. This plant species prefers a moist soil and should be watered at least once a week, more frequently during the hotter, drier periods of the year. During periods of hot and dry weather, it is recommended to water deeply and frequently to ensure the soil remains moist, but not soggy. For most plants, the ideal amount for watering is about an inch of water per week. The best time to water is in the morning, as this will help to avoid evaporation and provides enough time for the soil to dry before nightfall. Additionally, the Greenland Braya should be watered near the base of the plant rather than directly on the leaves or flowers.

sunlight

Greenland Braya (Braya thorild-wulffii subsp. thorild-wulffii) requires full sunlight to thrive. This species should be planted in sunny spots that provide consistently bright and direct sunlight for at least 6 hours per day. It is best to plant during the spring months, as this will give the plants time to become established in time for summer. In the northern hemisphere, this means planting between the months of April-May to get the most of the available sunlight. Supplemental artificial lighting may be used for the winter months, if the sunlight is limited.

pruning

Pruning Greenland Braya (Braya thorild-wulffii subsp. thorild-wulffii) should only take place in late winter and early spring. Early summer pruning can be done as well, but it is better to avoid any drastic pruning this late in the season. Pruning should be done with sharp, clean pruning shears to ensure a smooth cut and minimal damage to the plant. Prune off any dead, diseased, or damaged branches, close to the base of the plant. Also remove any shoots or branches that are too close together, crossing each other or rubbing against each other. In addition, remove any shoots or stems that appear weak or spindly. After the initial pruning is done, there should be very minimal pruning required. Prune occasionally to encourage growth of the flowers and stems.