Italian Catchfly
NameItalian Catchfly
Species NameSilene gallica
Common NameItalian Catchfly
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typeground
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresthin stem, herbaceous
Foliage Typeherbaceous
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive white, deeply lobed petals; prominent pinkish-purple striped calyxes; multiple developing flower buds.
Description
This specimen of Italian Catchfly displays delicate white flowers with deeply lobed petals and prominent stamens, emerging from distinctive pinkish-purple striped calyxes. Multiple buds are visible, indicating ongoing bloom. The plant exhibits a slender, herbaceous growth habit.
