Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
fusca
ID:
1321989

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maxim.) S.Akiyama & H.Ohba

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 87: 237 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334443



Common Names

  • Micranthes Fusca
  • Fusca Micranthes
  • Micranthes


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Description

Micranthes fusca (also called Brown Saxifrage, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has basal leaves that are oblong to lanceolate in shape and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in moist, shady areas and in rocky, open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Micranthes fusca is used in rock gardens and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and banks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Micranthes fusca var. kiusiana (H.Hara) S.Akiyama & H.Ohba

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Micranthes fusca is small and yellow. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micranthes fusca is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they germinate. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Micranthes fusca

Micranthes fusca is native to China and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Micranthes fusca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micranthes fusca?

Micranthes fusca

What is the common name of Micranthes fusca?

Brown saxifrage

What is the natural habitat of Micranthes fusca?

It is native to the Pacific Northwest of North America

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

Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Hideaki Ohba (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohba' in the authors string.
Shinobu Akiyama (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Akiyama' in the authors string.