Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caroliniana
ID:
609581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1: 160 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608913



Common Names

  • Caroliniana Claytonia
  • Claytonia caroliniana
  • Caroliniana Claytonia


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Synonyms

  • Claytonia caroliniana latifolia Louis-Marie [unknown]
  • Claytonia caroliniana ovata Louis-Marie [unknown]
  • Claytonia latifolia E.Sheld. [unknown]
  • Claytonia spatulata Eaton [unknown]
  • Claytonia caroliniana caroliniana [unknown]

Description

Claytonia caroliniana (also called Claytonia de Caroliniana, among many other common names) is a small herb native to the temperate regions of North America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in forests, meadows, and other habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Claytonia caroliniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Claytonia caroliniana var. lewisii McNeill

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Claytonia caroliniana has small, white flowers that are clustered together in umbels. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Claytonia caroliniana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Claytonia caroliniana

Claytonia caroliniana can be found in moist, shady woods and meadows in the eastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and north to New York and New Jersey.

Claytonia caroliniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Claytonia caroliniana?

Claytonia caroliniana

What is the common name of Claytonia caroliniana?

Carolina Springbeauty

What is the natural habitat of Claytonia caroliniana?

Meadows, open woods, and grassy slopes

Species in the Montiaceae family

Calandrinia crispisepala, Calandrinia kalanniensis, Calandrinia translucens, Calandrinia acaulis, Calandrinia acuminata, Calandrinia aegialitis, Calandrinia affinis, Calandrinia alba, Calandrinia arenicola, Calandrinia argentea, Calandrinia balonensis, Calandrinia bandurriae, Calandrinia biflora, Calandrinia bracteosa, Calandrinia brevipedata, Calandrinia breweri, Calandrinia caesia, Calandrinia caespitosa, Calandrinia calycotricha, Calandrinia calyptrata, Calandrinia carolinii, Calandrinia ciliata, Calandrinia colchaguensis, Calandrinia compacta, Calandrinia composita, Calandrinia compressa, Calandrinia conferta, Calandrinia corrigioloides, Calandrinia corymbosa, Calandrinia crassifolia, Calandrinia creethae, Calandrinia cygnorum, Calandrinia cylindrica, Calandrinia depressa, Calandrinia dielsii, Calandrinia dipetala, Calandrinia disperma, Calandrinia eremaea, Calandrinia filifolia, Calandrinia galapagosa, Calandrinia glaucopurpurea, Calandrinia gracilis, Calandrinia graminifolia, Calandrinia granulifera, Calandrinia heterophylla, Calandrinia hirtella, Calandrinia involucrata, Calandrinia lancifolia, Calandrinia lehmannii, Calandrinia leucopogon,

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