Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
aculeatus
ID:
1580163

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hamzaoğlu

Source:

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
in Biol. Diversity Conservation 7(2): 160. 2014.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042335





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Description

Dianthus aculeatus (also called Prickly Pink, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 20 cm tall and has grey-green leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus aculeatus is a flowering plant native to Turkey. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dianthus aculeatus flower is a light pink color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus aculeatus is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a light, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dianthus aculeatus

Dianthus aculeatus is found in the Turkish provinces of Kayseri and Sivas.

Dianthus aculeatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus aculeatus?

Dianthus aculeatus

What is the common name of Dianthus aculeatus?

Spiny pink

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus aculeatus?

Grassy slopes and meadows

Species in the Dianthus genus

Dianthus sachalinensis, Dianthus stepanovae, Dianthus woroschilovii, Dianthus aytachii, Dianthus edetanus, Dianthus javorkae, Dianthus nanshanicus, Dianthus acantholimonoides, Dianthus acicularis, Dianthus afghanicus, Dianthus agrostolepis, Dianthus akdaghensis, Dianthus albens, Dianthus algetanus, Dianthus alpinus, Dianthus anatolicus, Dianthus ancyrensis, Dianthus andronakii, Dianthus androsaceus, Dianthus angolensis, Dianthus angrenicus, Dianthus angulatus, Dianthus anticarius, Dianthus arenarius, Dianthus armeria, Dianthus arpadianus, Dianthus arrosti, Dianthus artignanii, Dianthus atlanticus, Dianthus austroiranicus, Dianthus awaricus, Dianthus aydogdui, Dianthus balansae, Dianthus barbatus, Dianthus basianicus, Dianthus basuticus, Dianthus benearnensis, Dianthus bessarabicus, Dianthus bicolor, Dianthus biflorus, Dianthus bolusii, Dianthus borbasii, Dianthus brachycalyx, Dianthus brevicaulis, Dianthus brevipetalus, Dianthus broteroi, Dianthus brutius, Dianthus burchellii, Dianthus busambrae, Dianthus cachemiricus,

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

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