Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
davurica
ID:
1243925

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Small

Source:
tro

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 22: 143 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243263



Common Names

  • Davurica Micranthes
  • Micranthes davurica
  • Micranthes


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Description

Micranthes davurica (also called Davurian saxifrage, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Far East and Eastern Siberia. 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 davurica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Micranthes davurica 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 davurica is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. To propagate from seed, sow in spring or autumn in a cold frame. To propagate from division, divide in spring or autumn and replant in moist soil.

Where to Find Micranthes davurica

Micranthes davurica can be found in eastern Asia, from eastern Siberia to Japan.

Micranthes davurica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micranthes davurica?

Micranthes davurica

What is the common name of Micranthes davurica?

Daurian Saxifrage

What is the natural habitat of Micranthes davurica?

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-50123326: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.