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Nodding Catchfly

Silene pendula

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (19 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Silene pendula (Nodding Catchfly)

Names in Other Languages

French Silène à fleurs penchées

German Hängendes Leimkraut

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nodding Catchfly?

The scientific name of Nodding Catchfly is Silene pendula. It belongs to the genus Silene.

Where does Nodding Catchfly live?

Nodding Catchfly is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (19 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Greece.

What family does Nodding Catchfly belong to?

Nodding Catchfly (Silene pendula) belongs to the genus Silene, which is part of the taxonomic family Caryophyllaceae.

What kingdom does Nodding Catchfly belong to?

Nodding Catchfly (Silene pendula) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Nodding Catchfly?

The closest relatives of Nodding Catchfly in the genus Silene include Alpine Catchfly, Astarte's Catchfly, Balkan Catchfly, Bladder Campion, Bladder Campion.