Status:
valid
Authors:
(Shlotg. & Vorosch.) Tkach
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 178: 63 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342498
Description
Micranthes staminosa (also called Staminose Micranthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a clumping habit and grows to a height of up to 30 cm. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is found in grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Micranthes staminosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Micranthes staminosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet, fragrant scent. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Micranthes staminosa is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It is also possible to propagate from stem cuttings.
Where to Find Micranthes staminosa
Micranthes staminosa can be found in the mountains of North America.
Micranthes staminosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Micranthes staminosa?
Micranthes staminosa
What is the natural habitat of Micranthes staminosa?
Micranthes staminosa is found in alpine and subalpine meadows of the Caucasus Mountains.
What is the flowering period of Micranthes staminosa?
Micranthes staminosa typically flowers from May to July.
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
Natalia Tkach: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tkach' in the authors string.