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Sea Campion

Herb Icon Cultivated Flower    
Image of Sea Campion
Silene Uniflora
Order: Caryophyllales Family: Caryophyllaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Sea Campion
MainColor White
PlantType Herb Icon Herb
Growth Type Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season April
ImageUrl Silene-005
Photographer DP
Location Lulworth Cove
Human Toxicity Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

Sea Campion is a perennial plant with fleshy, grey-green leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It typically grows in coastal areas, favouring rocky cliffs and sandy beaches. The plant forms low-growing mats and blooms from late spring to early autumn.

Distribution

This species is found along the coasts of Europe, including the British Isles, and extends to parts of North America.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - not considered suitable for human consumption.

Human Toxicity

Non Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - considered safe for pets.

Active Compounds

Saponins, flavonoids, anthocyanins.

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