Dianthus superbus
Fringed pink
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The Dianthus superbus plant species is found in Europe to N. Asia. It is a member of the Caryophyllaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Fringed pink. Some home gardeners know the variety as D. wimmeri.

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Latin Name:  Dianthus superbus
Common Name:  Fringed pink
Family:  Caryophyllaceae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  The plant contains saponins but apparently in quantities too low to cause harm[179]. Although fairly toxic, saponins are poorly absorbed by the body and most pass straight through without harm. Saponins are found in many foods, such as beans. Saponins are much more toxic to some creatures, such as fish, and hunting tribes have traditionally put large quantities of them in streams, lakes etc in order to stupefy or kill the fish[K].
 
Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Woody hills and dry meadows[100].

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