Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
graminifolius
ID:
644264

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Presl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sicul. 1: 147. 1826.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000643596



Common Names

  • Dianthus graminifolius
  • Graminifolius Dianthus
  • Grass-leaved Dianthus


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Synonyms

  • Dianthus arrosti graminifolius (C.Presl) Lojac. [unknown]
  • Dianthus arrostii graminifolius (C.Presl) Lojac. [unknown]

Description

Dianthus graminifolius (also called Grass-leaved 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 15 cm tall and wide, with grey-green leaves and fragrant pink flowers in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus graminifolius is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dianthus graminifolius 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 graminifolius 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 graminifolius

Dianthus graminifolius can be found in Europe, North Africa and western Asia.

Dianthus graminifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus graminifolius?

Dianthus graminifolius

What is the common name of Dianthus graminifolius?

Grass-leaved Pink

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus graminifolius?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

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,