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Jonesville springbeauty

Scientific Name: Claytonia palustris

Family: Portulacaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Claytonia palustris

Claytonia palustris, commonly known as Jonesville springbeauty or marsh claytonia, is a wildflower belonging to the purslane family.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Claytonia palustris Swanson & Kelley
  • Family: Purslane Family
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms/Alternative Names: Jonesville springbeauty, marsh claytonia, heart leaf spring beauty, heartleaf springbeauty, little spring beauty, serpentine springbeauty, Claytonia exigua

Distribution and Habitat

Claytonia palustris is described as endemic and has been identified in locations such as California and Michigan.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

This plant is a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that isn't a grass.

Further Information

Additional information can be found at:

  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Discover Life