Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
nangarharicus
ID:
644591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
in Plant Syst. Evol. 142: 240. 1983.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000643923



Common Names

  • Nangarharicus Pink
  • Nangarharicus Carnation
  • Nangarharicus Sweet William


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Description

Dianthus nangarharicus (also called Nangarhar Pink, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with grey-green foliage and bright pink flowers. It is native to Afghanistan and grows in sunny, well-drained areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus nangarharicus is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its flowers are believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dianthus nangarharicus flower is a bright pink color with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus nangarharicus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the side shoots and planted in a mixture of sand and peat moss.

Where to Find Dianthus nangarharicus

Dianthus nangarharicus is native to Afghanistan and can be found in the Nangarhar Province.

Dianthus nangarharicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus nangarharicus?

Dianthus nangarharicus

What type of plant is Dianthus nangarharicus?

It is a flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus nangarharicus?

It is native to Afghanistan

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,

References

Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Isotype: Rechinger, Karl Heinz 32455 (E): Type material at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Type: K. H. Rechinger 32455. (B): Type Material at the Herbarium Berolinense.