Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
transvaalensis
ID:
645081

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burtt Davy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
in Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1922: 215. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644413



Common Names

  • Dianthus Transvaalensis
  • Transvaalensis Pink
  • Transvaalensis Carnation


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Synonyms

  • Dianthus scaber graminifolius Fenzl ex Szyszyl. [unknown]

Description

Dianthus transvaalensis (also called Transvaal Pink, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with pink flowers and grey-green foliage. It is native to South Africa and prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus transvaalensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a cut flower and for dried flower arrangements. The plant has a sweet scent and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus transvaalensis is a perennial plant in the Caryophyllaceae family. It is native to South Africa and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and then transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Dianthus transvaalensis

Dianthus transvaalensis can be found in South Africa.

Dianthus transvaalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus transvaalensis?

Dianthus transvaalensis

What is the common name of Dianthus transvaalensis?

Transvaal Pink

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus transvaalensis?

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,