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Silene vulgaris, commonly known as campion, is a hardy perennial found across Europe and Asia, from the British Isles to Siberia and the Himalayas. Silene vulgaris (Latin: Silene vulgaris) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Silene vulgaris is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Silene vulgaris is a member native to AFG, ALB, ALG, ALT, AMU, and AUT. Silene vulgaris thrives in light to moderately moist conditions and prefers well-draining soils that are slightly alkaline (pH 7-7.5).
Silene vulgaris grows best in USDA zone 5-9, 8/10 light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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