Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
644256

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Fl. Graec. Prodr. 1(2): 288. 1809.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000643588

Common Names

  • Dianthus gracilis
  • Gracilis Dianthus
  • Slender Dianthus

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Description

Dianthus gracilis (also called Slender Pink, among many other common names) is a species of Dianthus native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain and Morocco east to Turkey and Syria. It is an evergreen perennial growing to 10 cm tall and wide, with grey-green leaves and fragrant pink flowers in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus gracilis is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage. It is often used in rock gardens, borders, and as a cut flower. The flowers are edible and can be used to decorate salads and desserts.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dianthus gracilis sub. armerioides (Griseb.) Tutin
Dianthus gracilis sub. drenowskianus (Rech.f.) Strid
Dianthus gracilis sub. friwaldskyanus (Boiss.) Tutin
Dianthus gracilis sub. gracilis
Dianthus gracilis sub. xanthinus (Davidov) Tutin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dianthus gracilis is pink in color and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus gracilis can be propagated by division, cuttings, and seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. It is best grown in a neutral to alkaline soil. It can be divided in spring or autumn. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in spring.

Where to Find Dianthus gracilis

Dianthus gracilis can be found in Europe, North Africa and western Asia.

Dianthus gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus gracilis?

Dianthus gracilis

What is the common name of Dianthus gracilis?

Slender Pink

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus gracilis?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

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,