Dianthus koreanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
koreanus
ID:
1580504
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.C.Son & K.H.Lee
Source:
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
in Phytotaxa 303(1): 71. 2017.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042388
Common Names
- Koreanus Pink
- Dianthus Koreanus
- Koreanus Dianthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dianthus koreanus (also called Korean Pink, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen perennial native to Korea. It is a low-growing, herbaceous, and self-supporting plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is found in rocky habitats, on cliffs, and in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Dianthus koreanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dianthus koreanus is a small, pink, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a round, heart-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dianthus koreanus is a fast-growing evergreen perennial that can reach up to 0.5 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Dianthus koreanus
Dianthus koreanus can be found in Korea.
Dianthus koreanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dianthus koreanus?
Dianthus koreanus
What is the common name of Dianthus koreanus?
Korean Pink
What is the natural habitat of Dianthus koreanus?
It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands
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,