fringed pink
Dianthus superbus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (12 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Fringed pink, scientifically known as Dianthus superbus, is a captivating perennial celebrated for its intricate, serrated petals and enchanting fragrance. Native to mountainous regions, this hardy plant offers striking blooms in shades of pink and white, making it a treasured choice for ornamental gardens and naturalistic landscapes alike.
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Large Pink · Fringed Pink
- Scientific synonyms
- Silene Superba · Caryophyllus Superbus · 1 more
Names
Common Names
- Large Pink
- fringed pink
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Prachtnelke
- Pracht-Nelke
- oeillet superbe
- Pracht-Nelke
- Prachtnelke
French:
- Œillet superbe
- Oeillet Superbe
- oeillet superbe
- Œillet superbe
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dianthus superbusSynonyms
- Silene superba
- Caryophyllus superbus
- Dianthus fimbriatus subsp. superbus
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Caryophyllales, it is classified under the family Caryophyllaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Dianthus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dianthus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several parts of Europe. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing in the territories of Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Its presence extends further south into the central regions of the continent. Specifically, it is documented within the borders of Middle Europe in Austria. This range demonstrates its ability to inhabit diverse environments across both northern and central latitudes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
Chemicals
Dianthus superbus has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4-methoxydianthramide B, DS 1, Dianoside A, Dianthin E, Dianthin G.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 4-methoxydianthramide B | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| DS 1 | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dianoside A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dianthin E | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dianthin G | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dianthin H | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Quercetin 3-glucoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Quercetin-7-O-glucoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
4-methoxydianthramide B
- Journal of natural products
DS 1
- Archives of pharmacal research
Dianoside A
- Dr. Duke
Dianthin E
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Dianthin G
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Dianthin H
- Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters
Quercetin 3-glucoside
- Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association
Quercetin-7-O-glucoside
- Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology
Activities
Dianthus superbus has 3 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antiviral, Cytotoxic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Dianthus superbus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include virus infection.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| virus infection | Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| MeOH extract | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |