Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
441510

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Voy. Barbarie 2: 165 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000440842

Common Names

  • Silene latifolia
  • Broadleaf Silene
  • Broadleaf Catchfly

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Description

Silene latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Catchfly, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in rocky areas, dry meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Silene latifolia is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties. It can also be used to treat skin disorders, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Silene latifolia sub. alba (Mill.) Greuter & Burdet
Silene latifolia sub. eriocalycina (Boiss.) Greuter & Burdet
Silene latifolia sub. mariziana (Gand.) Greuter & Burdet

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Silene latifolia has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Silene latifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate drainage. When propagating by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer and replant in a light, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate drainage.

Where to Find Silene latifolia

Silene latifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Silene latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Silene latifolia?

Silene latifolia

What are the common names of Silene latifolia?

Common names of Silene latifolia include bladder campion and bladder lychnis.

Where is Silene latifolia found?

Silene latifolia is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

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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