Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
helveticorum
ID:
644301

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Laínz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
in Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 42: 549. 1985.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000643633



Common Names

  • Dianthus Helveticorum
  • Swiss Pink
  • Alpine Pink


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Description

Dianthus helveticorum (also called Swiss Pink, among many other common names) is a species of Dianthus native to the Alps and other mountainous regions of Europe. It is an evergreen perennial growing to 10 cm tall and wide, with grey-green leaves and fragrant pink flowers in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus helveticorum 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 flowers of Dianthus helveticorum are pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus helveticorum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized in spring and summer.

Where to Find Dianthus helveticorum

Dianthus helveticorum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas and grasslands.

Dianthus helveticorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus helveticorum?

Dianthus helveticorum

What is the common name of Dianthus helveticorum?

Swiss Pink

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus helveticorum?

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,

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