Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
cretaceus
ID:
644063

Status:
valid

Authors:
Adams

Source:
cmp

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
in Beitr. Naturk. 1: 56. 1805.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000643395

Common Names

  • Cretaceous Pink
  • Cretaceous Carnation
  • Cretaceous Sweet William

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Synonyms

  • Dianthus bracteatus Willd. ex Ser. [unknown]
  • Dianthus liboschitzianus Ser. [unknown]
  • Dianthus petraeus M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Dianthus siemienkiewiczii Bordz. [unknown]

Description

Dianthus cretaceus (also called Cretan Pink, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with linear to lanceolate leaves and white to pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthus cretaceus is an ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. It is also used as a cut flower, with its fragrant blooms often used in floral arrangements. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as its ability to treat skin ailments and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dianthus cretaceus sub. sevanensis Nersesian
Dianthus cretaceus sub. cretaceus
Dianthus cretaceus sub. dmanissianus (M.Kuzmina) Nersesian
Dianthus cretaceus sub. multicaulis (Boiss. & A.Huet) Nersesian

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dianthus cretaceus has white to pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthus cretaceus is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in early spring or by seed in late winter. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Dianthus cretaceus

Dianthus cretaceus is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Greece, Turkey, and Italy.

Dianthus cretaceus FAQ

What type of plant is Dianthus cretaceus?

Dianthus cretaceus is a flowering perennial plant.

What is the scientific name for Dianthus cretaceus?

The scientific name for Dianthus cretaceus is Dianthus cretaceus.

What is the bloom time for Dianthus cretaceus?

The bloom time for Dianthus cretaceus is late spring to early summer.

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,