Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
antari
ID:
714073

Status:
valid

Authors:
Post & Beauverd

Source:
cmp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Pl. Post. 1: 4 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713406

Common Names

  • Gypsophila Antari
  • Gypsophila Silver Oak
  • Gypsophila Red Oak

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Description

Gypsophila antari (also called Antari Baby's Breath, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and Central Asia. It grows up to 60 cm tall and has small white flowers. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Gypsophila antari is an attractive ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gypsophila antari has white flowers with yellow anthers, and the seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gypsophila antari can be propagated by seed or division. Sow the seeds in a light, well-drained soil in the spring and keep the soil moist. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. Dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller sections, making sure each section has some roots and shoots. Replant the divisions in a light, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Gypsophila antari

Gypsophila antari can be found in Europe, Asia, and North Africa.

Gypsophila antari FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gypsophila antari?

Gypsophila antari

What is the family of Gypsophila antari?

Caryophyllaceae

Where is Gypsophila antari native to?

Central and Eastern Europe

Species in the Gypsophila genus

Gypsophila acantholimoides, Gypsophila achaia, Gypsophila acutifolia, Gypsophila adenophora, Gypsophila adenophylla, Gypsophila albida, Gypsophila altissima, Gypsophila antari, Gypsophila antoninae, Gypsophila arabica, Gypsophila aretioides, Gypsophila arrostii, Gypsophila aucheri, Gypsophila aulieatensis, Gypsophila australis, Gypsophila baytopiorum, Gypsophila bazorganica, Gypsophila bellidifolia, Gypsophila bermejoi, Gypsophila bicolor, Gypsophila bitlisensis, Gypsophila boissieriana, Gypsophila brachypetala, Gypsophila briquetiana, Gypsophila bucharica, Gypsophila capillaris, Gypsophila capitata, Gypsophila capituliflora, Gypsophila caricifolia, Gypsophila castellana, Gypsophila cephalotes, Gypsophila cerastoides, Gypsophila collina, Gypsophila confertifolia, Gypsophila curvifolia, Gypsophila damascena, Gypsophila davisii, Gypsophila davurica, Gypsophila desertorum, Gypsophila diffusa, Gypsophila digenea, Gypsophila elegans, Gypsophila eriocalyx, Gypsophila fastigiata, Gypsophila fedtschenkoana, Gypsophila festucifolia, Gypsophila germanicopolitana, Gypsophila glandulosa, Gypsophila glomerata, Gypsophila graminifolia,

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-2836567: Based on the initial data import
Gustave Beauverd (1867-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauverd' in the authors string.
George Edward Post (1838-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Post' in the authors string.