Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
pyrenaicus
ID:
644788

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pourr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Sci. Toulouse 3: 318. 1788.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644120



Common Names

  • Dianthus Pyrenaicus
  • Pyrenaicus Pink
  • Pyrenaicus Carnation


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Synonyms

  • Dianthus cognobilis (Timb.-Lagr.) Timb.-Lagr. [unknown]
  • Dianthus hispanicus fontqueri (O.Bolòs & Vigo) A.Barber, M.B.Crespo & Mateo [unknown]
  • Dianthus maritimus (Rouy) P.Fourn. [illegitimate]
  • Dianthus pungens cognobilis (Timb.-Lagr.) O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Dianthus pungens fontqueri O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Dianthus pyrenaicus maritimus (Rouy) Kerguélen [unknown]
  • Dianthus requienii cognobilis Timb.-Lagr. [unknown]

Description

Dianthus pyrenaicus (also called 'Pyrenean Pink' and 'Pyrenean Carnation', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the Pyrenees and other mountainous regions of Europe. It grows in rocky, alpine habitats and has small, pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus pyrenaicus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dianthus pyrenaicus sub. attenuatus (Sm.) M.Bernal, Laínz & Muñoz Garm.
Dianthus pyrenaicus sub. pyrenaicus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dianthus pyrenaicus has single, white, pink or red flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus pyrenaicus is a hardy perennial plant that can be grown in USDA zones 4-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or cuttings. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Dianthus pyrenaicus

Dianthus pyrenaicus can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in France, Italy, and Spain.

Dianthus pyrenaicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus pyrenaicus?

Dianthus pyrenaicus

What is the common name of Dianthus pyrenaicus?

Pyrenean Carnation

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus pyrenaicus?

Grasslands and rocky slopes

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,