Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
grisebachii
ID:
1245119

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Davidov) B.Pirker & Greuter

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 25: 137 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001244457



Common Names

  • Grisebach's Silene
  • Silene Grisebachii
  • Grisebach's Silene


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Description

Silene grisebachii (also called White Campion, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with white flowers and a woody stem. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in moist, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Silene grisebachii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers are also used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Silene grisebachii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Silene grisebachii is a fast-growing, evergreen, woody climber that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is best propagated by cuttings taken from semi-hardwood stems. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 10-15 cm in length. They should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into larger pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Silene grisebachii

Silene grisebachii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas.

Silene grisebachii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Silene grisebachii?

Silene grisebachii

What is the common name of Silene grisebachii?

Grisebach's Catchfly

What is the natural habitat of Silene grisebachii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests of Central and South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50128897: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Bozimir Davidov (1870-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Davidov' in the authors string.