Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
aprica
ID:
1243910

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) Small

Source:
tro

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 22: 135 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243248



Common Names

  • Aprica Micranthes
  • Micranthes aprica
  • Micranthes


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Description

Micranthes aprica (also called Apricot saxifrage, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in moist meadows and rocky slopes, forming a low-growing cushion of bright green, spoon-shaped leaves. The small white flowers have five petals and appear in late spring and early summer.

Uses & Benefits

Micranthes aprica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Micranthes aprica has white or pink five-petaled flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are about 1 inch in diameter. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micranthes aprica is a perennial plant native to western North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a moist soil in a shady area.

Where to Find Micranthes aprica

Micranthes aprica can be found in western North America, from Alaska to California, and east to Wyoming.

Micranthes aprica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micranthes aprica?

Micranthes aprica

What is the common name of Micranthes aprica?

April Saxifrage

What is the natural habitat of Micranthes aprica?

Moist meadows, streambanks, and open woods

Species in the Micranthes genus

Micranthes palmeri, Micranthes nivalis, Micranthes melaleuca, Micranthes tilingiana, Micranthes purpurascens, Micranthes hieraciifolia, Micranthes mexicana, Micranthes merkii, Micranthes redofskyi, Micranthes gageana, Micranthes pensylvanica, Micranthes rufidula, Micranthes lyallii, Micranthes nelsoniana, Micranthes apetala, Micranthes aprica, Micranthes californica, Micranthes davurica, Micranthes eriophora, Micranthes fragosa, Micranthes gaspensis, Micranthes howellii, Micranthes integrifolia, Micranthes marshallii, Micranthes nidifica, Micranthes occidentalis, Micranthes odontoloma, Micranthes oregana, Micranthes punctata, Micranthes reflexa, Micranthes rhomboidea, Micranthes texana, Micranthes tenuis, Micranthes subapetala, Micranthes spicata, Micranthes clavistaminea, Micranthes pallida, Micranthes parvula, Micranthes melanocentra, Micranthes atrata, Micranthes lumpuensis, Micranthes divaricata, Micranthes davidii, Micranthes tolmiei, Micranthes stellaris, Micranthes foliolosa, Micranthes ferruginea, Micranthes bryophora, Micranthes nudicaulis, Micranthes razshivinii,

Species in the Saxifragaceae family

Astilbe amabilis, Astilbe apoensis, Astilbe biternata, Astilbe crenatiloba, Astilbe formosa, Astilbe glaberrima, Astilbe grandis, Astilbe hachijoensis, Astilbe japonica, Astilbe khasiana, Astilbe longicarpa, Astilbe longipilosa, Astilbe macrocarpa, Astilbe macroflora, Astilbe microphylla, Astilbe okuyamae, Astilbe papuana, Astilbe philippinensis, Astilbe photeinophylla, Astilbe platyphylla, Astilbe rivularis, Astilbe rubra, Astilbe shikokiana, Astilbe simplicifolia, Astilbe thunbergii, Astilbe tsushimensis, Astilbe longipedicellata, Astilboides tabularis, Bensoniella oregona, Bergenia ciliata, Bergenia crassifolia, Bergenia emeiensis, Bergenia hissarica, Bergenia pacumbis, Bergenia purpurascens, Bergenia scopulosa, Bergenia stracheyi, Bergenia tianquanensis, Bergenia ugamica, Bolandra californica, Bolandra oregana, Boykinia aconitifolia, Boykinia intermedia, Boykinia lycoctonifolia, Boykinia major, Boykinia occidentalis, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia rotundifolia, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia cincinnata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50123311: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.