About Moehringia macrophylla (Hook.) Fenzl
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
Moehringia macrophylla, commonly called largeleaf sandwort, is a species of flowering plant belonging to the family Caryophyllaceae.
Distribution and Habitat
It is native to parts of eastern and western North America, where it grows in moist, shady habitats, including mountain forests.
Growth Form and Size
It is a rhizomatous perennial herb that grows upright, reaching a maximum height of around 18 centimeters.
Leaf Characteristics
Its lance-shaped leaves are arranged oppositely along the stem, and grow up to 5 centimeters long.
Inflorescence Structure
Its inflorescence is a cyme that holds 2 to 5 flowers.
Flower Morphology
Each flower has 5 pointed green sepals and 5 rounded white petals.
Fruit Characteristics
Its fruit is a toothed black capsule.
