Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
441467

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 417 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000440799



Common Names

  • Silene nutans
  • Nodding Catchfly
  • Nodding Campion


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Description

Silene nutans (also called 'Nodding 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 nutans 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 nutans sub. livida (Willd.) Jeanm. & Bocquet
Silene nutans sub. dubia (Herbich) Zapal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Silene nutans 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 nutans is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in the late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Silene nutans

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

Silene nutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Silene nutans?

Silene nutans

What are the common names of Silene nutans?

Nodding campion, Nodding catchfly

What is the natural habitat of Silene nutans?

Silene nutans 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,

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