About clove pink
Dianthus caryophyllus ( dy-AN-thəs KAIR-ee-ə-FIL-əs), commonly known as carnation or clove pink, is a species of Dianthus native to the Mediterranean region. While its exact natural range is uncertain due to extensive cultivation over the last 2,000 years, wild carnations are most common in the Mediterranean region. Carnations are prized for their wide variety of colors, delicate fringed petals, and fragrance, often described as spicy, clove-like, or reminiscent of a combination of cinnamon and nutmeg, hence the common name "clove pink". This aroma has made carnations a popular choice for use in perfumes, potpourri, and scented products.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Dianthus caryophyllus
- Genus
- Dianthus
- Family
- CARYOPHYLLACEAE
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Caryophyllaceae
Pink Family
clove pink belongs to the Caryophyllaceae family.
The illustration represents the family — not necessarily this exact species.
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