Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
martyi
ID:
441646

Status:
valid

Authors:
Emb. & Maire

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Mem. Soc. Sc. Not. Maroc No. xvii. 20 (1928).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000440978

Common Names

  • Silene martyi
  • Martyi Catchfly
  • Martyi Pink

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Description

Silene martyi (also called 'Marty's campion', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa and temperate Asia. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white and pink. It grows in moist and shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Silene martyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Silene martyi is white or pink, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Silene martyi 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 ground. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Silene martyi

Silene martyi can be found in the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala.

Silene martyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Silene martyi?

Silene martyi

What are the common names of Silene martyi?

Common names of Silene martyi include Marty's campion and Marty's lychnis.

Where is Silene martyi found?

Silene martyi is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2488871: Based on the initial data import
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Louis Emberger (1897-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Emb.' in the authors string.