Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
illyricus
ID:
1580241

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ard.) Fassou, N.Korotkova, Dimop. & Borsch

Source:

Year:
2022

Citation Micro:
in PhytoKeys 196: 113. 2022.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042346


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Description

Dianthus illyricus (also called Illyrian Pink, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing, herbaceous, and self-supporting plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is found in rocky habitats, on cliffs, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus illyricus is a flowering plant native to Turkey. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dianthus illyricus sub. haynaldianus (Janka) Fassou, N.Korotkova, Dimop. & Borsch
Dianthus illyricus sub. angustifolius (Poir.) Fassou, N.Korotkova, Dimop. & Borsch
Dianthus illyricus sub. illyricus
Dianthus illyricus sub. taygeteus (Boiss.) Fassou, N.Korotkova, Dimop. & Borsch

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dianthus illyricus flower is a light pink color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus illyricus is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a light, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dianthus illyricus

Dianthus illyricus is found in the Croatian provinces of Istria and Primorje-Gorski Kotar.

Dianthus illyricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus illyricus?

Dianthus illyricus

What is the common name of Dianthus illyricus?

Illyrian pink

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus illyricus?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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,