Silene hicesiae (Silene Vellutata Delle Eolie)
Botanical Information
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Silene |
| Species | hicesiae |
| Category | Perennials |
| Origin | Aeolian Islands (Panarea and Alicudi). |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 50-120 cm |
| Flowering Period | May |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A critically endangered plant, tall stems, usually branchless bear clusters of beautiful pink flowers. |
| Habitat | The small population of this plant is found on the rocky banks of two small volcanic islets (Panarea and Alicudi). |
| Flower Description | Elongated, 5 petaled pink flowers. |