Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
ciliatus
ID:
643998

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Ind. Sem. Horto Boccad. 1825: 5. 1825.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000643330

Common Names

  • Fringed Pink
  • Fringed Carnation
  • Fringed Sweet William

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Description

Dianthus ciliatus (also called Fringed Pink, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with linear to lanceolate leaves and white to pink flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus ciliatus is an ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. It is also used as a cut flower, with its fragrant blooms often used in floral arrangements. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as its ability to treat skin ailments and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dianthus ciliatus sub. dalmaticus (Čelak.) Hayek
Dianthus ciliatus sub. medunensis (Beck & Szyszyl.) Trinajstić
Dianthus ciliatus sub. ciliatus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dianthus ciliatus are pink or white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus ciliatus is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in early spring or by seed in late winter. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Dianthus ciliatus

Dianthus ciliatus is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and scrubland.

Dianthus ciliatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus ciliatus?

Dianthus ciliatus

What is the common name of Dianthus ciliatus?

Fringed pink

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus ciliatus?

Grassy slopes and meadows in Europe

Species in the Dianthus genus

Dianthus sachalinensis, Dianthus stepanovae, Dianthus woroschilovii, Dianthus aytachii, Dianthus edetanus, Dianthus javorkae, Dianthus nanshanicus, Dianthus acantholimonoides, Dianthus acicularis, Dianthus afghanicus, Dianthus agrostolepis, Dianthus akdaghensis, Dianthus albens, Dianthus algetanus, Dianthus alpinus, Dianthus anatolicus, Dianthus ancyrensis, Dianthus andronakii, Dianthus androsaceus, Dianthus angolensis, Dianthus angrenicus, Dianthus angulatus, Dianthus anticarius, Dianthus arenarius, Dianthus armeria, Dianthus arpadianus, Dianthus arrosti, Dianthus artignanii, Dianthus atlanticus, Dianthus austroiranicus, Dianthus awaricus, Dianthus aydogdui, Dianthus balansae, Dianthus barbatus, Dianthus basianicus, Dianthus basuticus, Dianthus benearnensis, Dianthus bessarabicus, Dianthus bicolor, Dianthus biflorus, Dianthus bolusii, Dianthus borbasii, Dianthus brachycalyx, Dianthus brevicaulis, Dianthus brevipetalus, Dianthus broteroi, Dianthus brutius, Dianthus burchellii, Dianthus busambrae, Dianthus cachemiricus,

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,