Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
insubrica
ID:
375237

Status:
valid

Authors:
Degen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Magyar Bot. Lapok 24: 76 (1925 publ. 1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374569



Common Names

  • Insubrica Moehringia
  • Moehringia Insubrica
  • Insubrica Sandwort


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Description

Moehringia insubrica (also called Insubrian moehringia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is native to Europe and can be found in damp and shady habitats. It has a prostrate habit and can reach up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are white.

Uses & Benefits

Moehringia insubrica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Moehringia insubrica is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moehringia insubrica is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to divide the plant every 3-4 years to maintain its vigor.

Where to Find Moehringia insubrica

Moehringia insubrica can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Moehringia insubrica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moehringia insubrica?

Moehringia insubrica

What is the common name of Moehringia insubrica?

Insubric Sandwort

What is the growth habit of Moehringia insubrica?

Perennial

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,

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