Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
609671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pursh

Source:
cmp

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Fl. Amer. Sept. 1: 175 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609003

Common Names

  • Claytonia Lanceolata
  • Lanceolata Claytonia
  • Lanceolata Spring Beauty

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Synonyms

  • Claytonia caroliniana lanceolata (Pursh) S.Watson [unknown]
  • Claytonia caroliniana peirsonii (Munz & I.M.Johnst.) B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Claytonia caroliniana sessilifolia Torr. [unknown]
  • Claytonia lanceolata peirsonii Munz & I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Claytonia lanceolata sessilifolia (Torr.) A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Claytonia obovata Rydb. [unknown]
  • Claytonia lanceolata lanceolata [unknown]
  • Claytonia lanceolata lanceolata [unknown]
  • Claytonia sessilifolia (Torr.) Henshaw [unknown]

Description

Claytonia lanceolata (also called Lance-leaved Springbeauty, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of lance-shaped leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 20 cm in height. The flowers are white and have five petals. It grows in moist woodlands, meadows, and alpine tundra.

Uses & Benefits

Claytonia lanceolata is edible and can be used in salads. It is also known as miner's lettuce and is a source of vitamins A and C.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Claytonia lanceolata var. chrysantha (Greene) Hitchc.
Claytonia lanceolata var. flava (A.Nelson) Hitchc.
Claytonia lanceolata var. multiscapa (Rydb.) Hitchc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Claytonia lanceolata has white or pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Claytonia lanceolata 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 lanceolata

Claytonia lanceolata can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

Claytonia lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Claytonia lanceolata?

Claytonia lanceolata

What is the common name of Claytonia lanceolata?

Lance-leaved Springbeauty

What is the natural habitat of Claytonia lanceolata?

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,

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