Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Chinese Pink
MainColor	Red
PlantType	Herb
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	June
ImageUrl	Dianthus-001
Photographer	DP
Location
Human Toxicity	Mildly_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

A short-lived perennial or annual often grown as an ornamental bedding plant. It has bright, frilled flowers in shades of pink, red, or white, often with striking patterns. Compact growth makes it ideal for borders and containers.

Distribution

Native to northern China, Korea, Mongolia, and southeastern Russia. Widely cultivated in the UK but not naturalised.

Medicinal/Other Uses

sed in traditional Chinese medicine for its diuretic properties.

Edibility

Flowers are sometimes used as an edible garnish, but stems and leaves are mildly toxic.

Human Toxicity

Contains saponins and other compounds that can cause mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested.

Pet Toxicity

Mildly toxic to cats and dogs — ingestion may cause vomiting or stomach upset.

Active Compounds

Saponins, flavonoids.