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Miner's lettuce (Montia)
Lifespan
Annual
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Attributes of Miner's lettuce
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Scientific Classification of Miner's lettuce
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies
Family
Pussypaw
Genus
Miner's lettuce
How to Grow and Care for Miner's lettuce
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The plant genus miner's lettuce requires moderate care, thriving in environments with partial to full sunlight. It prefers consistently moist, well-draining soil and accommodates a moderate range of temperatures. The genus often faces challenges like slug infestations and root rot if overwatered. Seasonally, miner's lettuce needs protection from harsh sun in summer and may require additional mulching for root insulation in winter. Spring and autumn usually align with its natural growth periods, demanding attention to watering and light.
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8 most common species：
Blinks
Blinks is distributed widely in wet habitats across the world. It has remained chiefly a wildflower, not typically being cultivated as an ornamental. However, its mat-forming growth would make an excellent ground cover plant in wetter garden environments.
Annual water minerslettuce
Annual water minerslettuce (Montia arvensis) is typically found in wetlands, although it can also grow in aquatic or drier habitats. When it flowers in the summer, it attracts pollinators. Montia species are referred to as miner's lettuce as they were foraged and used as an alternative to lettuce during the California gold rush.
Narrowleaf miner's lettuce
Montia linearis is a slender, branching annual herb growing erect to about 25 to 30 centimeters in maximum height. The somewhat fleshy linear leaves are alternately arranged and measure up to 10 centimeters in length. The inflorescence bears up to 14 flowers with bases of curving oval green sepals. The petals are roughly half a centimeter long and white or pink-tinged in color.
Montia sessiliflora
Montia sessiliflora is a small, humble flowering plant that thrives in moist, shady habitats. Its delicate stems bear clusters of tiny, white blossoms, which contrast strikingly against the backdrop of vibrant green, fleshy leaves. These leaves are a key survival adaptation, storing water to endure drier intervals. Montia sessiliflora's low-growing form and seasonal blooms make it a subtle yet charming component of its environment.
Montia angustifolia
Montia angustifolia is a petite, delicate wildflower, commonly thriving in moist, shaded habitats. Its slender stems bear small, narrow leaves that may exhibit a lance-like shape, contributing to its unassuming yet elegant profile. The white to pinkish blooms, typically no more than a centimeter across, possess a subtle charm, appearing like tiny stars amidst green foliage when in season. Adapted to cool climates, montia angustifolia is a testament to nature's understated beauty.
Howell's minerslettuce
Howell's minerslettuce is a delicate wildflower with small, star-shaped white to pink blossoms that stand out in its moist, shaded habitats. Its succulent leaves are typically arranged in a basal rosette, supporting its survival in the competitive undergrowth. The distinguishing feature of howell's minerslettuce, its spoon-shaped leaves, offers a unique visual cue for identification amidst the damp forest floor where it thrives.
Montia racemosa
Montia racemosa is a small, low-growing perennial herb that flourishes in moist, shaded environments. It features delicate green stems topped with racemes of tiny white to pinkish flowers. The oval to spoon-shaped leaves envelop the thin stems, contributing to a lush appearance. These characteristics enable montia racemosa to thrive in the understorey of forests, forming graceful carpets that beckon pollinators in the spring and summer.
Toad lily
Toad lily is a delicate, low-growing perennial with succulent stems and vibrant green oval leaves. Its small, white to pale pink flowers emerge in clusters, attracting pollinators in the cool, moist habitats it prefers. Adaptable to varying light, toad lily thrives in the undergrowth of forests and along streams, providing a splash of color in a lush environment.
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Blinks
Blinks
Blinks is distributed widely in wet habitats across the world. It has remained chiefly a wildflower, not typically being cultivated as an ornamental. However, its mat-forming growth would make an excellent ground cover plant in wetter garden environments.
Annual water minerslettuce
Annual water minerslettuce
Annual water minerslettuce (Montia arvensis) is typically found in wetlands, although it can also grow in aquatic or drier habitats. When it flowers in the summer, it attracts pollinators. Montia species are referred to as miner's lettuce as they were foraged and used as an alternative to lettuce during the California gold rush.
Narrowleaf miner's lettuce
Narrowleaf miner's lettuce
Montia linearis is a slender, branching annual herb growing erect to about 25 to 30 centimeters in maximum height. The somewhat fleshy linear leaves are alternately arranged and measure up to 10 centimeters in length. The inflorescence bears up to 14 flowers with bases of curving oval green sepals. The petals are roughly half a centimeter long and white or pink-tinged in color.
Montia sessiliflora
Montia sessiliflora
Montia sessiliflora is a small, humble flowering plant that thrives in moist, shady habitats. Its delicate stems bear clusters of tiny, white blossoms, which contrast strikingly against the backdrop of vibrant green, fleshy leaves. These leaves are a key survival adaptation, storing water to endure drier intervals. Montia sessiliflora's low-growing form and seasonal blooms make it a subtle yet charming component of its environment.
Montia angustifolia
Montia angustifolia
Montia angustifolia is a petite, delicate wildflower, commonly thriving in moist, shaded habitats. Its slender stems bear small, narrow leaves that may exhibit a lance-like shape, contributing to its unassuming yet elegant profile. The white to pinkish blooms, typically no more than a centimeter across, possess a subtle charm, appearing like tiny stars amidst green foliage when in season. Adapted to cool climates, montia angustifolia is a testament to nature's understated beauty.
Howell's minerslettuce
Howell's minerslettuce
Howell's minerslettuce is a delicate wildflower with small, star-shaped white to pink blossoms that stand out in its moist, shaded habitats. Its succulent leaves are typically arranged in a basal rosette, supporting its survival in the competitive undergrowth. The distinguishing feature of howell's minerslettuce, its spoon-shaped leaves, offers a unique visual cue for identification amidst the damp forest floor where it thrives.
Montia racemosa
Montia racemosa
Montia racemosa is a small, low-growing perennial herb that flourishes in moist, shaded environments. It features delicate green stems topped with racemes of tiny white to pinkish flowers. The oval to spoon-shaped leaves envelop the thin stems, contributing to a lush appearance. These characteristics enable montia racemosa to thrive in the understorey of forests, forming graceful carpets that beckon pollinators in the spring and summer.
Toad lily
Toad lily
Toad lily is a delicate, low-growing perennial with succulent stems and vibrant green oval leaves. Its small, white to pale pink flowers emerge in clusters, attracting pollinators in the cool, moist habitats it prefers. Adaptable to varying light, toad lily thrives in the undergrowth of forests and along streams, providing a splash of color in a lush environment.
White purslane
White purslane
White purslane is a small, delicate herbaceous groundcover native to moist regions. Its succulent, oval leaves grow in a rosette, while its tiny white to pink flowers bloom in clusters, signaling its readiness to propagate. The plant thrives in cool, shaded habitats, often carpeting the underbrush in a soft green layer, which provides a visual cue to the dampness of its surroundings.
Littleleaf miner's-lettuce
Littleleaf miner's-lettuce
Littleleaf miner's-lettuce, or miner's lettuce, is a delicate woodland species that thrives in moist, shady habitats. It bears small, white flowers with five petals, atop slender, green stalks. The leaves of littleleaf miner's-lettuce are rounded and sometimes form a cupped shape, serving to catch and utilize water efficiently. Its diminutive size and preference for cool, damp soils make it emblematic of the forest understory where it often carpets the ground in lush greenery.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Miner's lettuce
Montia
Lifespan
Annual
Key Facts About Miner's lettuce
Feedback
Attributes of Miner's lettuce
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Scientific Classification of Miner's lettuce
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Dicotyledons Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies Family
Pussypaw Genus
Miner's lettuce How to Grow and Care for Miner's lettuce
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The plant genus miner's lettuce requires moderate care, thriving in environments with partial to full sunlight. It prefers consistently moist, well-draining soil and accommodates a moderate range of temperatures. The genus often faces challenges like slug infestations and root rot if overwatered. Seasonally, miner's lettuce needs protection from harsh sun in summer and may require additional mulching for root insulation in winter. Spring and autumn usually align with its natural growth periods, demanding attention to watering and light.
Exploring the Miner's lettuce Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Blinks
Blinks is distributed widely in wet habitats across the world. It has remained chiefly a wildflower, not typically being cultivated as an ornamental. However, its mat-forming growth would make an excellent ground cover plant in wetter garden environments.
Annual water minerslettuce
Annual water minerslettuce (Montia arvensis) is typically found in wetlands, although it can also grow in aquatic or drier habitats. When it flowers in the summer, it attracts pollinators. Montia species are referred to as miner's lettuce as they were foraged and used as an alternative to lettuce during the California gold rush.
Narrowleaf miner's lettuce
Montia linearis is a slender, branching annual herb growing erect to about 25 to 30 centimeters in maximum height. The somewhat fleshy linear leaves are alternately arranged and measure up to 10 centimeters in length. The inflorescence bears up to 14 flowers with bases of curving oval green sepals. The petals are roughly half a centimeter long and white or pink-tinged in color.
Montia sessiliflora
Montia sessiliflora is a small, humble flowering plant that thrives in moist, shady habitats. Its delicate stems bear clusters of tiny, white blossoms, which contrast strikingly against the backdrop of vibrant green, fleshy leaves. These leaves are a key survival adaptation, storing water to endure drier intervals. Montia sessiliflora's low-growing form and seasonal blooms make it a subtle yet charming component of its environment.
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All Species of Miner's lettuce
More Popular Genus
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
Your Ultimate Guide to Plants
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17,000 local species +400,000 global species studied
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