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Silene laciniata

Mexican campion

Other common names

cardinal catchfly
fringed Indian pink

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Botanical details

Family: Caryophyllaceae
Native to GB / Ireland: No
Genus: Silene
Genus description: Silene can be annuals, biennials or herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with opposite, untoothed leaves and solitary or clustered flowers with 5, usually notched petals
Name status: Correct

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