Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
441544

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 3: 276 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000440876

Common Names

  • Silene linearis
  • Linear Catchfly
  • Narrow-leaved Catchfly

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Description

Silene linearis (also called S. linearis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is a small herbaceous perennial, native to the Mediterranean region and North Africa. It grows in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Silene linearis is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Silene linearis has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Silene linearis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate drainage. When propagating by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer and replant in a light, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate drainage.

Where to Find Silene linearis

Silene linearis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Silene linearis FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Silene linearis?

Silene linearis prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the average height of Silene linearis?

Silene linearis typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

What type of soil does Silene linearis prefer?

Silene linearis prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Species in the Silene genus

Silene abietum, Silene acaulis, Silene catholica, Silene chalcedonica, Silene chamarensis, Silene chersonensis, Silene cephallenia, Silene bupleuroides, Silene cambessedesii, Silene campanula, Silene burchellii, Silene coeli-rosa, Silene ciliata, Silene conica, Silene conglomeratica, Silene colorata, Silene coniflora, Silene conoidea, Silene colpophylla, Silene congesta, Silene compacta, Silene chromodonta, Silene flos-cuculi, Silene flavescens, Silene fissipetala, Silene flos-jovis, Silene foetida, Silene fuscata, Silene gaditana, Silene chlorifolia, Silene chlorantha, Silene chilensis, Silene fruticosa, Silene frivaldskyana, Silene andicola, Silene amoena, Silene andryalifolia, Silene apetala, Silene arabica, Silene adelphiae, Silene aegyptiaca, Silene aellenii, Silene ammophila, Silene altaica, Silene alexandrina, Silene almolae, Silene alpestris, Silene biappendiculata, Silene bergiana, Silene barbeyana,

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,

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