What is another word for Genus Minuartia?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs mˈɪnjuːˌɑːʃə] (IPA) 
Genus Minuartia refers to a group of flowering plants in the Caryophyllaceae family. Also known as the sandworts, these plants are mostly found in rocky areas or on sandy soils. They are small, herbaceous perennials that have been categorized into various sub-genera or sections including Arenaria, Sabulina, and Pseudocerathium. Some of the common synonyms for Genus Minuartia include moss campion, cushion pink, alpine sandwort, alpine stitchwort, and stonecrop. These synonyms are often used interchangeably to describe the same group of plants and are primarily dependent on geographical location or physical characteristics. Genus Minuartia has been found to have various medicinal properties with some species used in traditional medicine to treat conditions such as cold and cough.
