Dianthus caryophyllus ×D. plumarius (carnation)

Japanese name: カーネーション
Scientific name: Dianthus caryophyllus ×D. plumarius

[Overview]
A half-hardy perennial.
The stem has slightly thickened nodes, and the leaves are opposite at these nodes.
The leaves are lanceolate with pointed tips.
The stem branches in the upper part and bears several flowers.
Flower colors are varied, including white, pink, red, yellow and purple, and some have variegated patterns.

[History]
In Japan, full-scale cultivation began only in the 20th century.

[Uses]
It is grown for cut flowers and as a potted flowering plant.

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