Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
diffusus
ID:
644105

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Fl. Graec. Prodr. 1(2): 285. 1809.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000643437

Common Names

  • Diffuse Pink
  • Diffuse Carnation
  • Diffuse Sweet William

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Synonyms

  • Dianthus cylleneus Boiss. & Heldr. [unknown]
  • Dianthus glandulosopubescens Halácsy [unknown]
  • Dianthus pubescens Sm. [unknown]
  • Dianthus rupestris Friv. ex Griseb. [unknown]
  • Dianthus syriacus F.N.Williams [unknown]

Description

Dianthus diffusus (also called Spreading 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 diffusus 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dianthus diffusus has white to pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus diffusus is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring and can be started indoors or outdoors.

Where to Find Dianthus diffusus

Dianthus diffusus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Dianthus diffusus FAQ

What type of plant is Dianthus diffusus?

Dianthus diffusus is a flowering perennial plant.

What is the scientific name for Dianthus diffusus?

The scientific name for Dianthus diffusus is Dianthus diffusus.

What is the bloom time for Dianthus diffusus?

The bloom time for Dianthus diffusus is late spring to early summer.

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,