Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Creeping Gypsophila
MainColor	White
PlantType	Herb
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	May
ImageUrl	Gypsophila-001
Photographer	DP
Location	Abbotsbury
Human Toxicity	Mildly_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

Gypsophila repens is a low-growing perennial known for its delicate, star-shaped white or pink flowers and slender stems. It forms dense mats and is often used in rock gardens due to its creeping nature. The plant blooms from late spring to summer and is favoured for its airy appearance.

Distribution

Native to the mountainous regions of central and southern Europe, it thrives in well-drained, rocky soils and is often found in alpine meadows.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - not known to be consumed by humans.

Human Toxicity

Mildly Toxic - contains saponins which can cause irritation if ingested in large quantities.

Pet Toxicity

Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion may lead to gastrointestinal upset.

Active Compounds

Saponins, flavonoids, triterpenoids.