Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
stolonifera
ID:
1293101

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.W.Nelson & J.P.Nelson

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 43: 17 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292439



Common Names

  • Minuartia stolonifera
  • Stoloniferous Sandwort
  • Stoloniferous Pearlwort


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Description

Minuartia stolonifera (also called stoloniferous minuartia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to China. It is found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Minuartia stolonifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Minuartia stolonifera has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Minuartia stolonifera can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Plant seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Minuartia stolonifera

Minuartia stolonifera can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Minuartia stolonifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Minuartia stolonifera?

Minuartia stolonifera

What is the common name of Minuartia stolonifera?

Stolonifera

What is the natural habitat of Minuartia stolonifera?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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 tro-6303684: Based on the initial data import
Thomas W. Nelson (1928-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.W.Nelson' in the authors string.
Jane P. Nelson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.P.Nelson' in the authors string.