Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
cerastiifolia
ID:
376277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Graebn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Syn. Mitteleur. Fl. 5(1): 754 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375609



Common Names

  • Minuartia cerastiifolia
  • Hornleaf Sandwort
  • Hornleaf Stitchwort


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Synonyms

  • Somerauera cerastiifolia (Ramond) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]
  • Alsine cerastiifolia Fenzl [unknown]
  • Alsine glandulosa Dulac [unknown]
  • Arenaria cerastiiflora Spreng. [unknown]
  • Arenaria cerastiifolia Ramond ex DC. [unknown]
  • Arenaria ramondii Poir. [unknown]
  • Dufourea cerastiifolia Gren. [unknown]

Description

Minuartia cerastiifolia (also called Horned sandwort, among many other common names) is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial native to Europe and Asia. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Minuartia cerastiifolia is used as an ornamental plant and has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Minuartia cerastiifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Minuartia cerastiifolia is a fast-growing, short-lived perennial that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by division. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny location and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 6 inches apart. The plant can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Minuartia cerastiifolia

Minuartia cerastiifolia can be found in the Caucasus region, Iran, and Turkey.

Minuartia cerastiifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Minuartia cerastiifolia?

Minuartia cerastiifolia

What are the common names of Minuartia cerastiifolia?

Cerastium-Leaved Sandwort, Cerastium-Leaved Sandwort

What is the growth habit of Minuartia cerastiifolia?

It is an evergreen perennial herb with a mat-forming habit

Species in the Minuartia genus

Minuartia thymifolia, Minuartia wettsteinii, Minuartia villarsii, Minuartia verna, Minuartia yukonensis, Minuartia viscosa, Minuartia juniperina, Minuartia hybrida, Minuartia macrocarpa, Minuartia laricifolia, Minuartia krascheninnikovii, Minuartia funkii, Minuartia dichotoma, Minuartia elegans, Minuartia garckeana, Minuartia hamata, Minuartia handelii, Minuartia helmii, Minuartia hirsuta, Minuartia geniculata, Minuartia graminifolia, Minuartia glomerata, Minuartia globulosa, Minuartia rubra, Minuartia rupestris, Minuartia saxifraga, Minuartia rossii, Minuartia regeliana, Minuartia rubella, Minuartia setacea, Minuartia stricta, Minuartia sedoides, Minuartia stellata, Minuartia mutabilis, Minuartia montana, Minuartia mediterranea, Minuartia mesogitana, Minuartia meyeri, Minuartia nuttallii, Minuartia pinifolia, Minuartia pusilla, Minuartia recurva, Minuartia pseudosaxifraga, Minuartia patula, Minuartia pichleri, Minuartia picta, Minuartia austriaca, Minuartia austromontana, Minuartia biflora, Minuartia bilykiana,

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2370935: Based on the initial data import
Paul Graebner (1871-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Graebn.' in the authors string.