Moehringia trinervia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trinervia
ID:
375260
Status:
valid
Authors:
[Clairv.]
Source:
cmp
Year:
1811
Citation Micro:
Man. Herbor. Suisse : 150 (1811)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374592
Common Names
- Moehringia trinervia
- Three-nerved Moehringia
- Three-veined Moehringia
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- Strophium trinervium Dulac [unknown]
- Alsine trinervia (L.) Crantz [unknown]
- Alsinella trinervis Gray [unknown]
- Arenaria breviflora Bubani [unknown]
- Arenaria nemorosa Steud. [unknown]
- Arenaria nervosa Lam. [unknown]
- Arenaria petiolata Hayata [unknown]
- Arenaria plantaginea Mert. & W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
- Arenaria trinervia L. [unknown]
- Stellaria anhweiensis Migo [unknown]
Description
Moehringia trinervia (also called three-veined 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 trinervia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Moehringia trinervia has small, white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with leaves that are divided into three leaflets.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Moehringia trinervia 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 trinervia
Moehringia trinervia can be found in dry, rocky areas of the Mediterranean region.
Moehringia trinervia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moehringia trinervia?
Moehringia trinervia
What is the common name of Moehringia trinervia?
Three-nerved Sandwort
Where is Moehringia trinervia found?
Moehringia trinervia is found in Europe, from the British Isles to the Mediterranean
Species in the Moehringia genus
Moehringia markgrafii, Moehringia minutiflora, Moehringia muscosa, Moehringia papulosa, Moehringia pendula, Moehringia pentandra, Moehringia pichleri, Moehringia glochidisperma, Moehringia hybrida, Moehringia hypanica, Moehringia insubrica, Moehringia jankae, Moehringia lateriflora, Moehringia lebrunii, Moehringia intricata, Moehringia tommasinii, Moehringia villosa, Moehringia trinervia, Moehringia tejedensis, Moehringia glaucovirens, Moehringia sedoides, Moehringia grisebachii, Moehringia coronensis, Moehringia dielsiana, Moehringia diversifolia, Moehringia ciliata, Moehringia bavarica, Moehringia intermedia, Moehringia macrophylla, Moehringia umbrosa,
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,