Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
pilosellifolia
ID:
1242862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham. & Schltdl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 1: 41 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242200

Common Names

  • Pilosellifolia Silene
  • Silene Pilosellifolia
  • Hairy-fruited Silene

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Description

Silene pilosellifolia (also called Hairy-leaved Catchfly, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to Taiwan, and is typically found in grasslands, shrublands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Silene pilosellifolia has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Silene pilosellifolia are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Silene pilosellifolia: This species is best propagated by cuttings. It can also be propagated by division. It is best grown in a nutrient-rich substrate with a pH of 6.0-7.5. It prefers a temperature range of 18-26°C and a light intensity of 0.3-0.5 watts per litre. It is best grown in an aquarium with plenty of surface agitation.

Where to Find Silene pilosellifolia

Silene pilosellifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and France.

Silene pilosellifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Silene pilosellifolia?

Silene pilosellifolia

What is the common name of Silene pilosellifolia?

Mouse-eared Catchfly

What is the natural habitat of Silene pilosellifolia?

It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50117712: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.