Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
varians
ID:
645111

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rouy & Foucaud

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Fl. France 3: 186. 1896.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644443

Common Names

  • Dianthus Varians
  • Varians Pink
  • Varians Carnation

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Synonyms

  • Dianthus saxatilis varians (Rouy & Foucaud) M.Bernal, Laínz & Muñoz Garm. [unknown]

Description

Dianthus varians (also called Varied pink, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has white, pink or purple flowers with a yellow center. It prefers dry, sunny locations and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus varians is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be planted in early spring and can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Deadheading is recommended to promote flowering.

Where to Find Dianthus varians

Dianthus varians can be found in the Mediterranean region, from southern France to Turkey and the Caucasus.

Dianthus varians FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthus varians?

Dianthus varians

What is the common name of Dianthus varians?

Varian's Pink

What is the natural habitat of Dianthus varians?

Mountain meadows in the Caucasus region

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-2765095: Based on the initial data import
Georges Rouy (1851-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rouy' in the authors string.
Julien Foucaud (1847-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foucaud' in the authors string.