Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
sicula
ID:
439012

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raf.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1814

Citation Micro:
Specchio Sci. 2: 7 (1814)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438344



Common Names

  • Saponaria Sicula
  • Rock Soapwort
  • Mountain Pink


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Description

Saponaria sicula (also called 'Sicilian Soapwort', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found in dry and rocky habitats such as mountains and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Saponaria sicula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Saponaria sicula sub. intermedia (Simmler) Chater
Saponaria sicula sub. stranjensis (Jordanov) Chater

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Saponaria sicula are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saponaria sicula is a perennial that prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 1-2 feet apart.

Where to Find Saponaria sicula

Saponaria sicula can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Saponaria sicula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saponaria sicula?

Saponaria sicula

What is the natural habitat of Saponaria sicula?

Mountain meadows and grasslands of Europe

What are the common names of Saponaria sicula?

Sicilian Soapwort, Sicilian Rock Soapwort

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,