Saxifrage is a herbaceous perennial plant family member known for growing in rocky, alpine habitats. The word also refers to the genus Saxifraga, consisting of many species with small, delicate flowers. In botany and horticulture contexts, it's used to describe plants that thrive in harsh, stony soils and crevices. It is pronounced with emphasis on the first syllable and a short, unstressed ending.
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