Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
nivalis
ID:
441475

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kit.) Rohrb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Silene : 142 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000440807



Common Names

  • Silene nivalis
  • Snow Catchfly
  • Snow Campion


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Description

Silene nivalis (also called 'Snow campion', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial plant with a clump-forming habit. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Silene nivalis 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Silene nivalis 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 nivalis 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 nivalis

Silene nivalis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Silene nivalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Silene nivalis?

Silene nivalis

What are the common names of Silene nivalis?

Snow campion, Snow catchfly

What is the natural habitat of Silene nivalis?

Silene nivalis is native to the Mediterranean region

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 kew-2488642: Based on the initial data import
Pál Kitaibel (1757-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit.' in the authors string.
Paul Rohrbach (1846-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rohrb.' in the authors string.