Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megarhiza
ID:
609701

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Parry ex S.Watson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Bibl. Index N. Amer. Bot. : 118 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609033

Common Names

  • Claytonia Megarhiza
  • Megarhiza Claytonia
  • Megarhiza Spring Beauty

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Synonyms

  • Claytonia arctica megarhiza A.Gray [unknown]
  • Claytonia bellidifolia Rydb. [unknown]
  • Claytonia megarhiza bellidifolia (Rydb.) Hitchc. [unknown]
  • Claytonia megarhiza megarhiza [unknown]

Description

Claytonia megarhiza (also called Bigroot Springbeauty, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of linear 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 megarhiza 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 megarhiza var. nivalis (English) Hitchc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Claytonia megarhiza 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 megarhiza 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 megarhiza

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

Claytonia megarhiza FAQ

What is the scientific name of Claytonia megarhiza?

Claytonia megarhiza

What is the common name of Claytonia megarhiza?

Large-rooted Springbeauty

What is the natural habitat of Claytonia megarhiza?

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-2725155: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Charles Christopher Parry (1823-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parry' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.