Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acutifolia
ID:
609529

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pall. ex Willd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 5: 436 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608861

Common Names

  • Acutifolia Claytonia
  • Claytonia acutifolia
  • Acutifolia Claytonia

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Description

Claytonia acutifolia (also called Claytonia de Acutifolia, among many other common names) is a small herb native to the temperate regions of North America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in forests, meadows, and other habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Claytonia acutifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Claytonia acutifolia has white flowers, small seeds, and seedlings that are initially small and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Claytonia acutifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Claytonia acutifolia

Claytonia acutifolia can be found in moist, shady woods and meadows in the western United States, from Washington to California.

Claytonia acutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Claytonia acutifolia?

Claytonia acutifolia

What is the common name of Claytonia acutifolia?

Sharp-leaved Springbeauty

What is the natural habitat of Claytonia acutifolia?

Meadows, open woods, and grassy slopes

Species in the Montiaceae family

Calandrinia crispisepala, Calandrinia kalanniensis, Calandrinia translucens, Calandrinia acaulis, Calandrinia acuminata, Calandrinia aegialitis, Calandrinia affinis, Calandrinia alba, Calandrinia arenicola, Calandrinia argentea, Calandrinia balonensis, Calandrinia bandurriae, Calandrinia biflora, Calandrinia bracteosa, Calandrinia brevipedata, Calandrinia breweri, Calandrinia caesia, Calandrinia caespitosa, Calandrinia calycotricha, Calandrinia calyptrata, Calandrinia carolinii, Calandrinia ciliata, Calandrinia colchaguensis, Calandrinia compacta, Calandrinia composita, Calandrinia compressa, Calandrinia conferta, Calandrinia corrigioloides, Calandrinia corymbosa, Calandrinia crassifolia, Calandrinia creethae, Calandrinia cygnorum, Calandrinia cylindrica, Calandrinia depressa, Calandrinia dielsii, Calandrinia dipetala, Calandrinia disperma, Calandrinia eremaea, Calandrinia filifolia, Calandrinia galapagosa, Calandrinia glaucopurpurea, Calandrinia gracilis, Calandrinia graminifolia, Calandrinia granulifera, Calandrinia heterophylla, Calandrinia hirtella, Calandrinia involucrata, Calandrinia lancifolia, Calandrinia lehmannii, Calandrinia leucopogon,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2724993: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.