Scamman's claytonia

Claytonia scammaniana Hultén

Claytonia scammaniana, a member of the Montiaceae family, is native to the mountainous regions of Alaska and Yukon. It is a biogeographically significant species that has been the subject of taxonomic debate, particularly concerning its distinction from Claytonia arctica and C. sarmentosa. A comprehensive taxonomic revision, including a review of prior studies, was published in 2006.

Description

Claytonia scammaniana is a plant species in the Montiaceae family, found in the mountain ranges of Alaska and Yukon. It was first described by Hultén in 1939. The species has been the focus of taxonomic discussions, with some confusion existing between it and similar species such as C. arctica and C. sarmentosa. A 2006 taxonomic revision provided a detailed analysis and clarification of its classification.