Sierra springbeauty
Claytonia nevadensis S.Watson
Claytonia nevadensis is a wildflower species in the family Montiaceae, native to California and Oregon. It is diploid with a chromosome base number of x = 7. The species was first described in 1876 by S. Watson and is commonly known as Sierra springbeauty.
Description
Claytonia nevadensis, or Sierra springbeauty, is a member of the Montiaceae family. It is found in the regions of California and Oregon. The species is diploid, with a base chromosome number of x = 7. The evolutionary relationships of this species within the genus Claytonia remain a topic of debate and are being studied through genetic research. First described in 1876 by S. Watson, it is one of several species in the Claytonia genus.
Other common names
Sierra springbeauty
Distribution
California · Oregon
Synonyms
Montia nevadensis