Spanish Catchfly Pin

Silene otites Common name Spanish Catchfly

Image from "The Cambridge British Flora" Volume III Plates

C. E. Moss, D.Sc., MA., F.L.S, F.R.G.S. Professor of Botany at the University College, Johannesburg, University of South Africa.

Published 1920

Tracheophyta ›Magnoliopsida›Caryophyllaceae›Silene›Silene otites

Ecology

A perennial herb of shallow, well-drained, light calcareous soils. As a native plant, it is confined to Breckland grass-heaths and roadsides, where open, disturbed ground provides sites for seedlings. Mature plants can survive for a while in denser swards, but are eventually excluded. It occurs elsewhere as a casual. Lowland.

Status

Native

Trends

S. otites has declined significantly since 1930, the chief causes being agricultural intensification and afforestation. The map shows a contraction since the 1962 Atlas but its distribution is more or less stable at present.

World Distribution

European Temperate element, with a continental distribution in W. Europe.

These Custom Pin Buttons are made from metal, yet are lightweight and durable with a strong safety pin.

.: 3 sizes

.: Safety pin backing

.: Made in the USA