Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
melaleuca
ID:
451898

Status:
valid

Authors:
Losinsk.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Izv. Glavn. Bot. Sada S.S.S.R. 27: 601 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451230



Common Names

  • Micranthes melaleuca
  • Black-flowered Micranthes
  • Black Micranthes


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Description

Micranthes melaleuca (also called 'Black-leaved Micranthes', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant found in the temperate regions of North America. It is a small herbaceous plant with long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It grows in moist meadows and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Micranthes melaleuca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a natural habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Micranthes melaleuca has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micranthes melaleuca can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Micranthes melaleuca

Micranthes melaleuca is native to the western United States and can be found in the Rocky Mountains from Wyoming to Arizona.

Micranthes melaleuca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micranthes melaleuca?

Micranthes melaleuca

What is the common name of Micranthes melaleuca?

Black Saxifrage

Where is Micranthes melaleuca found?

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,