Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
melanocentra
ID:
1262174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Losinsk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1928

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261512



Common Names

  • Micranthes Melanocentra
  • Black-centered Micranthes
  • Black-centered Saxifrage


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Description

Micranthes melanocentra (also called Melanocentral Micranthes, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to China. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a tall stem with small white flowers. It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along streams in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Micranthes melanocentra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Micranthes melanocentra is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micranthes melanocentra can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn, when the plant is actively growing. The clumps should be carefully divided and replanted in a potting mix.

Where to Find Micranthes melanocentra

Micranthes melanocentra is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Micranthes melanocentra FAQ

What is the common name of Micranthes melanocentra?

Black-centered Saxifrage

What is the scientific name of Black-centered Saxifrage?

Micranthes melanocentra

What is the natural habitat of Micranthes melanocentra?

Moist, shady areas in the northern United States

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,