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Wildflowers of Europe

Silene nutans

Family : CARYOPHYLLACEAE (Carnation Family)
Common Name (UK) : Nottingham Catchfly
Common Name (DE) : Nickendes Leimkraut
Common Name (FR) : Silène penché
Habitat : Dry places, gravel, sand, loose stones, embankments; prefers calcareous soil
Remarks : Introduced to the U.S.
First appearing : May
Abundance :

  • Photo Date : May 23, 2008
  • Location :Eastern Coye Forest south of Chantilly, France.
    N49° 08.843' E2° 30.265'
  • Photo Date : May 23, 2008
  • Location :Eastern Coye Forest south of Chantilly, France.
    N49° 08.843' E2° 30.265'