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Loughmiller, Campbell and Lynn

Silene subciliata

Silene subciliata B.L. Rob.

Prairie-fire Pink, Louisiana Catchfly, Catchfly

Caryophyllaceae (Pink Family)

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USDA Symbol: SISU3

USDA Native Status: L48 (N)

Prairie-fire pink is an erect plant, growing 1-3 feet tall, with opposite leaves, rather fleshy, up to 6 inches long and 1/2 inch wide. The attractive flowers are bright red with 5 petals, 1/2-3/4 inch long, slightly toothed at the tip, and folding backward slightly with the stamens protuding noticeably.

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