Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
chalcedonica
ID:
439249

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.H.L.Krause

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Deutschl. Fl. Abbild. , ed. 2, 5: 96 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438581

Common Names

  • Chalcedonica Silene
  • Chalcedonica Catchfly
  • Chalcedonica Campion

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Synonyms

  • Lychnis chalcedonica L. [unknown]
  • Agrostemma chalcedonica (L.) Doell. [unknown]

Description

Silene chalcedonica (also called chalcedon campion, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and along the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Silene chalcedonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Silene chalcedonica is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a short, thin stem with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Silene chalcedonica is an annual plant that grows up to 0.5 m (1.6 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Silene chalcedonica

Silene chalcedonica is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and other areas with moist soil.

Silene chalcedonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Silene chalcedonica?

Silene chalcedonica

What is the common name of Silene chalcedonica?

Chalcedon Catchfly

What is the natural habitat of Silene chalcedonica?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

Species in the Silene genus

Silene abietum, Silene acaulis, Silene catholica, Silene chalcedonica, Silene chamarensis, Silene chersonensis, Silene cephallenia, Silene bupleuroides, Silene cambessedesii, Silene campanula, Silene burchellii, Silene coeli-rosa, Silene ciliata, Silene conica, Silene conglomeratica, Silene colorata, Silene coniflora, Silene conoidea, Silene colpophylla, Silene congesta, Silene compacta, Silene chromodonta, Silene flos-cuculi, Silene flavescens, Silene fissipetala, Silene flos-jovis, Silene foetida, Silene fuscata, Silene gaditana, Silene chlorifolia, Silene chlorantha, Silene chilensis, Silene fruticosa, Silene frivaldskyana, Silene andicola, Silene amoena, Silene andryalifolia, Silene apetala, Silene arabica, Silene adelphiae, Silene aegyptiaca, Silene aellenii, Silene ammophila, Silene altaica, Silene alexandrina, Silene almolae, Silene alpestris, Silene biappendiculata, Silene bergiana, Silene barbeyana,

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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