Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
radicosa
ID:
440449

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 6: 24 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439781



Common Names

  • Silene radicosa
  • Rooted Silene
  • Rooted Catchfly


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Description

Silene radicosa (also called Rooted Catchfly, among many other common names) is an annual plant with white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to Europe and temperate Asia and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Silene radicosa is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Silene radicosa sub. rechingeri Melzh.
Silene radicosa sub. pseudoradicosa Rech.f.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Silene radicosa is white and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Silene radicosa is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division of established clumps can also be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Silene radicosa

Silene radicosa is native to Europe and North Africa.

Silene radicosa FAQ

What is the ideal temperature range for Silene radicosa?

Silene radicosa prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What type of soil is best for Silene radicosa?

Silene radicosa prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5.

How much light does Silene radicosa need?

Silene radicosa prefers bright, indirect light.

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-2487287: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.