(Water Miner’s Lettuce)
Montia chamissoi, Peak 7, Breckenridge, Summit County 7237
Montia chamissoi, Peaks Trail, Breckenridge 7862
Montia chamissoi, Peaks Trail, Breckenridge 7860
Montia chamissoi, Peaks Trail, Breckenridge 7854
Montia chamissoi, Peak 7, Breckenridge 7238
| Scientific Name | Montia chamissoi | USDA PLANTS Symbol | MOCH |
| Common Name | Water Miner's Lettuce | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 20406 |
| Family | Montiaceae (Miner's Lettuce) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description |
Life zones and habitat: Foothills to subalpine (6000 to 12000 ft.); moist areas along lakes and streams. Plant: Erect or spreading perennial, thin, weak stem 2 to 10 inches long. Leaves: Oblanceolate to elliptic, petiolate, opposite blades 3/8 to 2 inches long. Inflorescence: White or pinkish flowers less than 3/4-inch across; 5 petals and stamens with white to lavender anthers. Bloom Period: June to August. References: "Flora of Colorado" by Jennifer Ackerfield and SEINet |
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Colorado Status: Native |
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