Micranthes melanocentra
Micranthes melanocentra, commonly known as the Black-centered Saxifrage, is a resilient perennial herb native to mountainous regions. Characterized by its distinctive dark floral centers, this plant thrives in rocky, alpine habitats. While primarily studied for its ecological role, its unique botanical properties continue to interest herbalists and researchers alike.
- Scientific name: Micranthes melanocentra
- Family: Saxifragaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Saxifragales, it is a member of the family Saxifragaceae. It is further identified by the genus Micranthes, specifically as the species Micranthes melanocentra.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Saxifragales | WCVP |
| Family | Saxifragaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Micranthes | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Micranthes melanocentra, is known by several names depending on the linguistic context; in Chinese, it is referred to as 黑蕊亭阁草 (zh), which is also the specific designation used in Simplified Chinese (zh-cn) and Traditional Chinese (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 黑蕊亭阁草 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 黑蕊亭阁草 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 黑蕊亭阁草 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical range spanning several distinct regions across Asia. Within China, it is widely distributed through the South-Central and North-Central territories. Its presence is also noted in the high-altitude areas of Qinghai and Tibet. Furthermore, the species extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the East Himalaya region. Together, these locations define the specific ecological niche where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |