Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
609735

Status:
valid

Authors:
Douglas

Source:
cmp

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1: 225 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609067



Common Names

  • Claytonia parviflora
  • Miner's Lettuce
  • Indian Lettuce


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Synonyms

  • Claytonia parviflora hydrophila Suksd. [unknown]
  • Claytonia parviflora latior Suksd. [unknown]
  • Claytonia parviflora rupestris Suksd. [unknown]
  • Claytonia parviflora sparsiflora Suksd. [unknown]
  • Claytonia perfoliata parviflora (Douglas) Torr. [unknown]
  • Montia perfoliata parviflora (Douglas) J.T.Howell [unknown]
  • Montia parviflora hydrophila Suksd. [unknown]
  • Claytonia parviflora parviflora [unknown]
  • Limnia parviflora (Douglas ex Hook.) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Montia perfoliata parviflora (Douglas ex Hook.) Jeps. [unknown]

Description

Claytonia parviflora (also called Small-flowered Springbeauty, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of linear leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 10 cm in height. The flowers are white and have five petals. It grows in moist woodlands, meadows, and alpine tundra.

Uses & Benefits

Claytonia parviflora is edible and can be used in salads. It is also known as miner's lettuce and is a source of vitamins A and C.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Claytonia parviflora sub. utahensis (Rydb.) John M.Mill. & K.L.Chambers
Claytonia parviflora sub. viridis (Davidson) John M.Mill. & K.L.Chambers

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Claytonia parviflora has white or pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Claytonia parviflora is a perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Claytonia parviflora

Claytonia parviflora can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

Claytonia parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Claytonia parviflora?

Claytonia parviflora

What is the common name of Claytonia parviflora?

Small-flowered Springbeauty

What is the natural habitat of Claytonia parviflora?

Meadows, streambanks, and moist woods

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2725186: Based on the initial data import
David Douglas (1799-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Douglas' in the authors string.