Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
elbrusensis
ID:
644128

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kharadze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
in Zametki Sist. Geogr. Rast. 21: 48. 1959.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000643460



Common Names

  • Elbrus Pink
  • Elbrus Carnation
  • Elbrus Sweet William


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Description

Dianthus elbrusensis (also called 'Elbrus 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 Caucasus region, and is found in rocky, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus elbrusensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dianthus elbrusensis flower is a small, pink, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus elbrusensis is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring and can be started indoors or outdoors.

Where to Find Dianthus elbrusensis

Dianthus elbrusensis can be found in the Caucasus region.

Dianthus elbrusensis FAQ

What type of plant is Dianthus elbrusensis?

Dianthus elbrusensis is a flowering perennial plant.

What is the scientific name for Dianthus elbrusensis?

The scientific name for Dianthus elbrusensis is Dianthus elbrusensis.

What is the bloom time for Dianthus elbrusensis?

The bloom time for Dianthus elbrusensis is late spring to early summer.

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,