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redstem springbeauty
Scientific Name: Claytonia rubra
Family: Portulacaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Claytonia rubra: Redstem Springbeauty
Claytonia rubra, commonly known as redstem springbeauty, is a charming wildflower belonging to the purslane family.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- This plant is a springbeauty, which suggests it may be delicate and possibly easily damaged if handled roughly.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Claytonia rubra (Howell) Tidestr.
- Family: Montiaceae
- Synonyms and Subspecies:
- Claytonia rubra subsp. rubra (Howell) Tidestr.
- Claytonia rubra subsp. depressa (A. Gray) John M. Mill. & K.L. Chambers
- Common Names: Redstem springbeauty, red-stem springbeauty, Red Miner's Lettuce, Erubescent Miner's Lettuce.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to western North America.
- Observed between forest and open prairie environments.
- Found in clearcut areas, along roads, and in locations such as the Plumas National Forest and Crystal Basin Recreation Area.
- Observed in California, including the Sierra Nevada, Bear Valley Trail, and Bassi Falls.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is a forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
Quirky Facts
- The plant's name "redstem springbeauty" reflects its distinctive red stem and the time of year it typically blooms.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The flowers are noted for their delicate and stunning beauty, suggesting they are attractive to pollinators.