Rock Sandwort Sabulina michauxii (formerly Minuartia michauxii)
Other common names:
Michauxii 's Stitchwort Other scientific names: Minuartia michauxii, Alsine michauxii, Arenaria michauxii, Arenaria stricta Family: Pink Family (Caryophyllaceae) Flowers: Summer; White; 5 parts (petals); Small, on thin stalks. Leaves: Simple, Entire Height:
Up to 10 cm (4 in); A small low plant. Habitat: Fields and Open Areas; Dry, alvar-like habitat. Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 272 Native/Non-native:
Native For more information visit: Ontario Wildflowers Photographs:
79 photographs available, of which 4 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS.
Range Map is at the bottom of the page
This is a small alvar species with brilliant white small flowers.
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