What is Carnation?
Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) is a perennial herb known for its ornamental and culinary uses. Carnation (Latin: Dianthus caryophyllus) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
What is Carnation? — PlantSage
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What is Carnation
— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
What is Carnation used for?
Carnation is most often used to support mood support and topical & skin. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Is Carnation safe?
Carnation is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Where does Carnation grow?
Carnation is a member native to ALB, GRC, and YUG. Carnations thrive in full sun and prefer well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Can I grow Carnation at home?
Carnation grows best in USDA zone 6-8, full sun light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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