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Rose campion

Silene coronaria

Rose campion is a beautiful flower with bright pink petals that look like little stars! They bloom in gardens and can attract butterflies and bees, making them a lovely sight in nature.

Habitat: Urban areas, gardens

Appearance

The Rose campion has fuzzy, silver-grey leaves that feel like soft felt. Its stems hold single, vibrant magenta or sometimes white flowers with five petals. This velvety texture makes it visually distinct from many garden plants.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderCaryophyllalesFamilyCaryophyllaceaeGenusSilene
Rose campion
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Rose campion

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Ancient people used its stems as wicks for oil lamps!

Its leaves feel incredibly soft, just like velvet!

Rose campion can grow happily even in dry, rocky spots.

The plant's vibrant colors make it a garden favorite.

Special abilities

Ability

Velvet Shield

Rose campion has soft, fuzzy leaves that help it survive dry spells and deter some hungry nibblers.

Ability

Bright Beacon

Rose campion's super bright, colorful flowers act like a signal to attract buzzing bees and butterflies.

Ability

Seed Sprinkler

Rose campion produces many tiny seeds that scatter easily, helping it spread to new places.

Measurements & details

Height
60-90 cm
Spread
30-60 cm
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Bloom Season
Late spring to mid-summer
Edible
No
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

Crown PinkLychnis coronaria

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Rose campion?

60-90 cm

How wide does Rose campion spread?

30-60 cm

How big are the flowers on Rose campion?

2-3 cm

When does Rose campion bloom?

Late spring to mid-summer

Is Rose campion edible?

No

Is Rose campion toxic?

None

What is Rose campion's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Rose campion pollinated?

Insect

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