Silene caroliniana
Silene caroliniana wild pink


Taprooted perennial herb with tufted, unbranched stems and terminal flower clusters.
Habitat & Range
Grows in dry open woods, rocky slopes, and shale barrens; prefers calcareous soil.
See distribution map at BONAP.
Wetland code: Not classified
Phenology
Flowers April through June.
Plant Codes
S-rank: No rank
G-rank: G5 (Secure)