Silene sendtneri

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Otites sendtneri

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified under the order Caryophyllales and the family Caryophyllaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Silene.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, Silene sendtneri, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across Southeastern Europe. Its presence is documented within the borders of Albania, where it occupies local habitats. The species is also found throughout Bulgaria, contributing to its regional diversity. Furthermore, it extends its range into Greece, marking a significant portion of its southern reach. Finally, the plant is widely distributed across the Northwestern Balkan Peninsula.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Silene sendtneri is characterized by its classification as a hemicryptophyte, a growth form where the perennating buds are located at or just below the soil surface, protected by leaf litter or substrate. Within the broader spectrum of botanical life forms, it functions specifically as a hemicryptophyte, distinguishing it from other strategies such as phanerophytes, chamaephytes, cryptophytes, or therophytes. This life history strategy allows the plant to survive unfavorable seasonal conditions by maintaining its regenerative structures at the soil level, facilitating its persistence in its specific ecological niche.

Life form :

hemicryptophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Silene sendtneri is characterized by its growth habit as a terrestrial plant, typically found in well-drained soils rather than in aquatic or semiaquatic environments. The plant features a perennial life cycle, often arising from a taproot or woody caudex that supports an upright or ascending stem structure. The leaves are generally arranged oppositely along the stem, presenting an ovate to lanceolate shape with entire or slightly serrated margins and distinct venation. The inflorescence is typically a cyme, bearing flowers with a characteristic calyx that is inflated or bladder-like, a hallmark of the genus. The petals are deeply bifid, appearing as two lobes that create the illusion of a larger petal surface, often in shades of white or pale pink. The reproductive organs consist of central stamens and a prominent style, which emerges from the center of the floral structure to facilitate pollination.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Silene sendtneri has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CD, RUTIN, SILICIC ACID, ferulic acid, malic acid.

CD

1. Ecotoxicology and environmental safety

RUTIN

1. Ecotoxicology and environmental safety

SILICIC ACID

1. Ecotoxicology and environmental safety

ferulic acid

1. Ecotoxicology and environmental safety

malic acid

1. Ecotoxicology and environmental safety

oxalic acid

1. Ecotoxicology and environmental safety

proline

1. Ecotoxicology and environmental safety

salicylic acid

1. Ecotoxicology and environmental safety

Preparations

Silene sendtneri has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include seed priming using proline, seed priming using silicic acid.

Seed priming using proline

1. Ecotoxicology and environmental safety

Seed priming using silicic acid

1. Ecotoxicology and environmental safety