Silene subciliata
Louisiana Catchfly, Prairie Fire Pink
Other regional names: Scarlet Catchfly
- Scarlet Catchfly
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Caryophyllaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Silene subciliata (commonly known as Louisiana catchfly or Prairie Fire-Pink) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family. Originating in North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is part of the broad Silene genus, encompassing over 900 species globally.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
South-Central U.S.A., Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Louisiana, Texas