Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
caespitosus
ID:
643886

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. 1: 81. 1794.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000643218



Common Names

  • Dianthus caespitosus
  • Caespitosus's Dianthus
  • Caespitosus Dianthus


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Description

Dianthus caespitosus (also called 'Tufted Pink', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with small, fragrant, pink flowers and narrow, dark green leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus caespitosus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dianthus caespitosus sub. pectinatus (E.Mey. ex Sond.) S.S.Hooper
Dianthus caespitosus sub. caespitosus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dianthus caespitosus are pink or white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus caespitosus is a perennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It can be propagated by seed or by division. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained medium and kept at a temperature of about 70°F (21°C). The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Dianthus caespitosus

Dianthus caespitosus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Greece, Turkey, and Morocco.

Dianthus caespitosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus caespitosus?

Dianthus caespitosus

What is the common name of Dianthus caespitosus?

Tufted Pink

What is the family of Dianthus caespitosus?

Caryophyllaceae

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,