Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
rixfordii
ID:
1292179

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

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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.

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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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-6301010: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.
Philip A. Munz (1892-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munz' in the authors string.