Sea Campion
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Sea Campion
Silene uniflora
Sea Campion is a pretty flower that grows near the coast. It has white, fluffy blooms that look like little balloons and loves to grow in rocky places by the sea.
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The Sea Campion has striking white flowers with petals deeply notched, emerging from a distinctive, bladder-like, pale green to pinkish-white calyx. Its leaves are a waxy, bluish-green, forming low cushions against harsh coastal winds.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderCaryophyllalesFamilyCaryophyllaceaeGenusSilene
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It often thrives where freshwater meets the sea, in places most plants cannot survive!
Its scientific name, 'uniflora,' means 'single flower,' even though a plant can have many!
The plant’s deep roots can anchor it firmly, preventing it from being washed away by waves!
Young Sea Campion leaves are edible and taste a bit like peas or asparagus – a salty snack!
Special abilities
Ability
Salt Shield
Sea Campion can thrive in salty coastal air and soil thanks to special glands that excrete excess salt.
Ability
Wind Warrior
Its low-growing, cushion-like form and tough stems help the Sea Campion withstand powerful winds on exposed shores.
Ability
Puffy Protector
The Sea Campion's inflated, balloon-like calyx helps protect its developing seeds from hungry insects and harsh weather.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-30 cm
- Spread
- 20-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 1.5-2.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late spring to late summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
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Ecological connections
eaten by
Lychnis Moth
Hadena bicruris
its caterpillars feed on the seeds
eaten by
European Rabbit
Oryctolagus cuniculus
grazes on its leaves and shoots
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Salt Tolerant
Salt tolerant plants can withstand and grow in conditions with elevated salinity levels in the soil or water.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Coastal
Coastal habitats are dynamic environments located along the interface between land and sea, influenced by tides, waves, and saltwater.
Also known as
Rock Pink
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch flowers unless an adult says it's okay.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Sea Campion?
10-30 cm
How wide does Sea Campion spread?
20-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Sea Campion?
1.5-2.5 cm
When does Sea Campion bloom?
Late spring to late summer
Is Sea Campion edible?
Yes
Is Sea Campion toxic?
None
What is Sea Campion's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Sea Campion pollinated?
Insect
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