Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
cintranus
ID:
644008

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Pugill. Pl. Afr. Bor. Hispan.: 20. 1852.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000643340



Common Names

  • Cintra Pink
  • Cintra Carnation
  • Cintra Sweet William


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Description

Dianthus cintranus (also called Cintra Pink, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with linear to lanceolate leaves and white to pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus cintranus is an ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. It is also used as a cut flower, with its fragrant blooms often used in floral arrangements. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as its ability to treat skin ailments and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dianthus cintranus sub. atrosanguineus (Emb. & Maire) Greuter & Burdet
Dianthus cintranus sub. byzacenus (Burollet) Greuter & Burdet
Dianthus cintranus sub. maroccanus (F.N.Williams) Greuter & Burdet
Dianthus cintranus sub. mauritanicus (Pomel) Greuter & Burdet
Dianthus cintranus sub. mentagensis (Maire) Greuter & Burdet
Dianthus cintranus sub. occidentalis (Quézel) Mathez
Dianthus cintranus sub. barbatus R.Fern. & Franco
Dianthus cintranus sub. cintranus
Dianthus cintranus sub. jahandiezii (Maire) Greuter & Burdet

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dianthus cintranus 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 cintranus is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in early spring or by seed in late winter. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Dianthus cintranus

Dianthus cintranus is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and scrubland.

Dianthus cintranus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus cintranus?

Dianthus cintranus

What is the common name of Dianthus cintranus?

Cintra pink

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus cintranus?

Grassy slopes and meadows in the Mediterranean

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2764063: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.