Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
sardous
ID:
644855

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bacch., Brullo, Casti & Giusso

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
in Feddes Repert. 116: 271. 2005.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644187

Common Names

  • Dianthus sardous
  • Sardous's Dianthus
  • Sardous Dianthus

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Description

Dianthus sardous (also called Sardinian Pink, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a short stem and small, narrow leaves. It is native to Central Asia, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus sardous is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in dried flower arrangements, as its flowers retain their color and shape when dried. The plant is also known for its pleasant scent, which is often used in perfumes and potpourris.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dianthus sardous has single, white, pink or red flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus sardous is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and the plants should be spaced about 25 cm apart. It is also possible to propagate this plant from cuttings.

Where to Find Dianthus sardous

Dianthus sardous can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Croatia, Greece, and Turkey.

Dianthus sardous FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus sardous?

Dianthus sardous

What is the common name of Dianthus sardous?

Sard dianthus

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus sardous?

Dianthus sardous is native to Afghanistan and is found in rocky, grassy, and sandy habitats.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2764858: Based on the initial data import
Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
Gianpietro Giusso (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Giusso' in the authors string.
Gianluigi Bacchetta (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bacch.' in the authors string.
M. Casti: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Casti' in the authors string.