Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
thymifolia
ID:
440752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Fl. Graec. Prodr. 1: 292 (1809)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000440084



Common Names

  • Silene thymifolia
  • Thymifolia Silene
  • Silene


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Synonyms

  • Silene pontica D.Brândză [unknown]

Description

Silene thymifolia (also called Thyme-leaved Catchfly, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in dry habitats, such as grasslands, and is characterized by its small, pink flowers and its short, upright habit.

Uses & Benefits

Silene thymifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Silene thymifolia has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black or brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Silene thymifolia is an evergreen perennial that grows in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Silene thymifolia

Silene thymifolia is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas in Europe and Asia.

Silene thymifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Silene thymifolia?

Silene thymifolia

What is the common name of Silene thymifolia?

Silene thymifolia

What is the family of Silene thymifolia?

Caryophyllaceae

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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