Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
714462

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1755

Citation Micro:
Cent. Pl. I : 11 (1755)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713795



Common Names

  • Gypsophila
  • Tomentosa Pink
  • Tomentosa Gypsophila


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Synonyms

  • Gypsophila perfoliata ilerdensis (Senn. & Pau) O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Gypsophila perfoliata matritensis O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Gypsophila perfoliata tomentosa (L.) Malag. [unknown]
  • Gypsophila tomentosa ilerdensis Sennen & Pau [unknown]

Description

Gypsophila tomentosa (also called Woolly Baby's Breath, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant of the Caryophyllaceae family. It has a low-growing habit, with small, white flowers and linear leaves. It is native to the Caucasus region, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gypsophila tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower for bouquets and arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gypsophila tomentosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gypsophila tomentosa is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. It can be pruned back in late summer to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Gypsophila tomentosa

Gypsophila tomentosa can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Gypsophila tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gypsophila tomentosa?

Gypsophila tomentosa

What is the common name of Gypsophila tomentosa?

Woolly baby's breath

What is the natural habitat of Gypsophila tomentosa?

Dry, rocky slopes and meadows

Species in the Gypsophila genus

Gypsophila acantholimoides, Gypsophila achaia, Gypsophila acutifolia, Gypsophila adenophora, Gypsophila adenophylla, Gypsophila albida, Gypsophila altissima, Gypsophila antari, Gypsophila antoninae, Gypsophila arabica, Gypsophila aretioides, Gypsophila arrostii, Gypsophila aucheri, Gypsophila aulieatensis, Gypsophila australis, Gypsophila baytopiorum, Gypsophila bazorganica, Gypsophila bellidifolia, Gypsophila bermejoi, Gypsophila bicolor, Gypsophila bitlisensis, Gypsophila boissieriana, Gypsophila brachypetala, Gypsophila briquetiana, Gypsophila bucharica, Gypsophila capillaris, Gypsophila capitata, Gypsophila capituliflora, Gypsophila caricifolia, Gypsophila castellana, Gypsophila cephalotes, Gypsophila cerastoides, Gypsophila collina, Gypsophila confertifolia, Gypsophila curvifolia, Gypsophila damascena, Gypsophila davisii, Gypsophila davurica, Gypsophila desertorum, Gypsophila diffusa, Gypsophila digenea, Gypsophila elegans, Gypsophila eriocalyx, Gypsophila fastigiata, Gypsophila fedtschenkoana, Gypsophila festucifolia, Gypsophila germanicopolitana, Gypsophila glandulosa, Gypsophila glomerata, Gypsophila graminifolia,

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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