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Siberian springbeauty
Scientific Name: Claytonia sibirica
Family: Portulacaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual, Perennial
Other Names:
Siberian Spring Beauty (Claytonia sibirica)
Claytonia sibirica, commonly known as Siberian Spring Beauty, Siberian Miner's Lettuce, Candy Flower, or Pink Purslane, is a delightful flowering plant appreciated for its delicate blooms and adaptability.
Considerations for Pets
- While the text indicates that there are no "known hazards" associated with Claytonia sibirica, it's important to note that this doesn't guarantee complete safety for all pets.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Claytonia sibirica
- Common Names: Siberian Spring Beauty, Siberian Miner's Lettuce, Candy Flower, Pink Purslane
- Family: Montiaceae (also referenced as Portulacaceae)
- Synonyms: Montia sibirica, Claytonia alsinoides, Claytonia heterophylla
- Taxonomic Rank: Variety - Claytonia sibirica L. var. sibirica
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Siberia, Asia, and western North America.
- In North America, it's found in the western regions and has been collected in Massachusetts.
- Thrives in shady and moist, humous sites, such as woods, streambanks, shady swamps, and wet places.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Described as an annual or semi-annual herb.
- Forms a rosette growth pattern.
- Blooms from March to September.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Releases pollen grains.
Further Information
- The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) provides information on Scilla siberica 'Spring Beauty'.
- Dave's Garden offers a community forum for sharing gardening tips and ideas.
- Alamy offers stock photos of Claytonia sibirica.
Scilla siberica 'Spring Beauty' (Siberian Squill)
While the primary focus is on Claytonia sibirica, Scilla siberica 'Spring Beauty', also known as Siberian Squill, is mentioned in relation and is described as an intense blue color flower to the rock garden.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Scilla siberica
- Common Name: Siberian Squill
- Cultivar: 'Spring Beauty'
- Genus: Scilla
- Species: siberica
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Low-growing plant with blue flowers.
- Vigorous variety that naturalizes readily, spreading by seed and offsets.
Cultivation
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Exposure: Full sun, Partial sun
- Hardiness: Zones 4-8
- Height: 6-7 inches