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miner's lettuce

Claytonia perfoliata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Montiaceae ›Genus: Claytonia

About

Claytonia perfoliata (syn. Montia perfoliata), also known as Indian lettuce, spring beauty, winter purslane, or miner's lettuce, is a flowering plant in the Montiaceae family. It is a fleshy, herbaceous annual plant native to the western mountain and coastal regions from southernmost Alaska and central British Columbia all the way south to Central America, but most common in California in the Sacramento and northern San Joaquin Valleys.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of miner's lettuce?
The scientific name of miner's lettuce is Claytonia perfoliata.
What kingdom does miner's lettuce belong to?
miner's lettuce belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does miner's lettuce belong to?
miner's lettuce belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does miner's lettuce belong to?
miner's lettuce belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does miner's lettuce belong to?
miner's lettuce belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does miner's lettuce belong to?
miner's lettuce belongs to the family Montiaceae.
What genus does miner's lettuce belong to?
miner's lettuce belongs to the genus Claytonia.