Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
giganteus
ID:
644231

Status:
valid

Authors:
d'Urv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 301. 1822.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000643563



Common Names

  • Dianthus giganteus
  • Giganteus Dianthus
  • Giant Dianthus


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Synonyms

  • Dianthus giganteus subgiganteus (Borbás ex Formánek) Hayek [unknown]
  • Dianthus haynaldianus Borbás [unknown]
  • Dianthus intermedius Boiss. [unknown]
  • Dianthus subgiganteus Borbás ex Formánek [unknown]

Description

Dianthus giganteus (also called Giant Pink, among many other common names) is a species of Dianthus native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain and Morocco east to Turkey and Syria. It is an evergreen perennial growing to 60 cm tall and wide, with grey-green leaves and fragrant pink flowers in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus giganteus is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage. It is often used in rock gardens, borders, and as a cut flower. The flowers are edible and can be used to decorate salads and desserts.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dianthus giganteus sub. banaticus (Heuff.) Tutin
Dianthus giganteus sub. croaticus (Borbás) Tutin
Dianthus giganteus sub. vandasii (Velen.) Stoj. & Acht.
Dianthus giganteus sub. giganteus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dianthus giganteus is pink in color and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus giganteus can be propagated by division, cuttings, and seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. It is best grown in a neutral to alkaline soil. It can be divided in spring or autumn. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in spring.

Where to Find Dianthus giganteus

Dianthus giganteus can be found in the western Mediterranean.

Dianthus giganteus FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Dianthus giganteus?

Dianthus giganteus prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best soil for Dianthus giganteus?

Dianthus giganteus prefers a well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.

How much light does Dianthus giganteus need?

Dianthus giganteus prefers bright, indirect light.

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,