Key Identification Features
- Its basal leaves are linear, and often have an indistinct petiole.
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🌿 Identification Guide
How to Identify Montiaceae
Montiaceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Caryophyllales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 65 accepted species worldwide. Some species in this family are toxic — exercise caution when handling unknown specimens.
Representative Montiaceae Species
Claytonia sarmentosa C.A.Mey.
Claytonia sarmentosa C.A.Mey.
Claytonia sarmentosa is a widespread flowering plant with a history of unresolve…
Lewisiopsis tweedyi (A.Gray) Govaerts
Lewisiopsis tweedyi (A.Gray) Govaerts
Lewisiopsis tweedyi is a showy perennial succulent endemic to parts of Washingto…
Montia chamissoi (Ledeb. ex Spreng.) Greene
Montia chamissoi (Ledeb. ex Spreng.) Greene
Montia chamissoi is a small North American perennial herb that is endangered in …
Claytonia parviflora Douglas ex Hook.
Claytonia parviflora Douglas ex Hook.
Claytonia parviflora is an annual herb with four recognized subspecies, includin…
Lewisia brachycalyx Engelm. ex A.Gray
Lewisia brachycalyx Engelm. ex A.Gray
Lewisia brachycalyx is a deciduous perennial alpine plant that has won the RHS A…
Phemeranthus rugospermus (Holz.) Kiger
Phemeranthus rugospermus (Holz.) Kiger
Phemeranthus rugospermus is a short-lived flowering perennial herb native to ope…
Phemeranthus calcaricus (S.Ware) Kiger
Phemeranthus calcaricus (S.Ware) Kiger
Phemeranthus calcaricus, the limestone fameflower, is a small succulent perennia…
Claytonia rubra (Howell) Tidestr.
Claytonia rubra (Howell) Tidestr.
Claytonia rubra (redstem springbeauty) is a small annual/biennial flowering plan…
Claytonia caroliniana Michx.
Claytonia caroliniana Michx.
Claytonia caroliniana is an early woodland spring ephemeral edible perennial her…
Lewisia kelloggii K.Brandegee
Lewisia kelloggii K.Brandegee
Lewisia kelloggii, or Kellogg's lewisia, is a perennial flowering plant endemic …
Phemeranthus teretifolius Raf.
Phemeranthus teretifolius Raf.
Phemeranthus teretifolius, or Quill Fameflower, is a short-lived succulent endem…
Claytonia perfoliata Donn.
Claytonia perfoliata Donn.
Claytonia perfoliata, commonly miner's lettuce, is an edible rosette plant nativ…
⚠️ PoisonousFrequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Montiaceae?
Montiaceae plants belong to the Caryophyllales order in the Plantae kingdom. Its basal leaves are linear, and often have an indistinct petiole. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Montiaceae?
Montiaceae is classified in the order Caryophyllales, class Magnoliopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. The family contains 65 accepted species worldwide.
⚠️ Are any Montiaceae species poisonous?
Yes, some Montiaceae species are toxic or poisonous. Always exercise caution with unknown specimens. View poisonous Montiaceae species or browse the full poisonous species guide.
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