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Loughmiller, Campbell and Lynn
Silene subciliata
Silene subciliata B.L. Rob.
Prairie-fire Pink, Louisiana Catchfly, Catchfly
Caryophyllaceae (Pink Family)
Synonym(s):
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.
Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb
Leaf Complexity: Simple
Flower:
Size Class: 1-3 ft.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: RedBloom Time: Aug , Sep , Oct , Nov
Distribution
USA: LA , TXBibliography
Bibref 248 - Texas Wildflowers: A Field Guide (1984) Loughmiller, C. & L. LoughmillerSearch More Titles in Bibliography
Additional resources
USDA: Find Silene subciliata in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Silene subciliata in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Silene subciliata
Metadata
Record Modified: 2015-06-25Research By: TWC Staff