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Silene hicesiae
Silene Vellutata Delle Eolie
Family |
Caryophyllaceae |
Genus |
Silene |
Species |
hicesiae |
Category |
Perennials |
Height |
50-120 cm |
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. |