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
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.
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 Claytonia genus
Claytonia ozarkensis,
Claytonia acutifolia,
Claytonia arctica,
Claytonia caroliniana,
Claytonia cordifolia,
Claytonia eschscholtzii,
Claytonia exigua,
Claytonia gypsophiloides,
Claytonia joanneana,
Claytonia lanceolata,
Claytonia megarhiza,
Claytonia nevadensis,
Claytonia ogilviensis,
Claytonia palustris,
Claytonia parviflora,
Claytonia perfoliata,
Claytonia porsildii,
Claytonia rosea,
Claytonia rubra,
Claytonia sarmentosa,
Claytonia saxosa,
Claytonia scammaniana,
Claytonia sibirica,
Claytonia soczaviana,
Claytonia tuberosa,
Claytonia udokanica,
Claytonia umbellata,
Claytonia virginica,
Claytonia washingtoniana,
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,