Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brandegee) Munz & I.M.Johnst.
Source:
tro
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 49: 351 (1922 publ. 1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001291517
Common Names
- Scopulophila Rixfordii
- Rixford's Scopulophila
- Rixford's Rockcress
Description
Scopulophila rixfordii (also called Rixford's Rockmat, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white flowers and linear to lanceolate leaves. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in moist meadows, streambanks, and other wet habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Scopulophila rixfordii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scopulophila rixfordii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scopulophila rixfordii is a perennial plant that is native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division in the spring. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Scopulophila rixfordii
Scopulophila rixfordii can be found in California, USA
Scopulophila rixfordii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scopulophila rixfordii?
Scopulophila rixfordii
What is the common name of Scopulophila rixfordii?
Rixford's Rockcress
What is the habitat of Scopulophila rixfordii?
It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs
Species in the Scopulophila genus
Species in the Caryophyllaceae family
Acanthophyllum acerosum,
Acanthophyllum aculeatum,
Acanthophyllum adenophorum,
Acanthophyllum albidum,
Acanthophyllum andarabicum,
Acanthophyllum andersenii,
Acanthophyllum anisocladum,
Acanthophyllum bilobum,
Acanthophyllum bracteatum,
Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum,
Acanthophyllum caespitosum,
Acanthophyllum coloratum,
Acanthophyllum crassifolium,
Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium,
Acanthophyllum diezianum,
Acanthophyllum elatius,
Acanthophyllum fissicalyx,
Acanthophyllum glandulosum,
Acanthophyllum gracile,
Acanthophyllum grandiflorum,
Acanthophyllum kabulicum,
Acanthophyllum kandaharicum,
Acanthophyllum knorringianum,
Acanthophyllum korolkowii,
Acanthophyllum korshinskyi,
Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii,
Acanthophyllum lamondiae,
Acanthophyllum laxiflorum,
Acanthophyllum laxiusculum,
Acanthophyllum lilacinum,
Acanthophyllum longicalyx,
Acanthophyllum macrodon,
Acanthophyllum maimanense,
Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum,
Acanthophyllum mucronatum,
Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum,
Acanthophyllum pachycephalum,
Acanthophyllum pachystegium,
Acanthophyllum pleiostegium,
Acanthophyllum popovii,
Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum,
Acanthophyllum pulchrum,
Acanthophyllum pungens,
Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum,
Acanthophyllum recurvum,
Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum,
Acanthophyllum scapiflorum,
Acanthophyllum schugnanicum,
Acanthophyllum sordidum,
Acanthophyllum speciosum,