description Ragged Robin Overview
Ragged robin, Silene flos-cuculi, is a herbaceous perennial native to Europe and parts of western Asia, where it grows in damp meadows, marshes, and stream margins. Its pink flowers have five petals, each divided into four narrow lobes that create a distinctly ragged appearance. Drainage, agricultural improvement, and the loss of traditionally managed wet grassland have reduced many of its habitats in Britain.
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What does Ragged Robin (Silene flos-cuculi) look like?
Ragged Robin produces pink flowers with five petals, each divided into four narrow lobes that create the fringed, ragged appearance the plant is named for. The plant grows 30 to 60 cm tall with slender stems and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
Where does Ragged Robin grow in the wild?
Ragged Robin is native to damp meadows, marshes, stream margins, and other wet habitats across Europe and parts of western Asia. It has declined significantly in many regions due to drainage of wetlands and agricultural intensification.
Is Ragged Robin a good plant for a wildlife garden?
Yes, Ragged Robin is excellent for wildlife gardens because it attracts butterflies, bees, and moths as a nectar source. It is particularly well-suited to bog gardens, pond edges, and damp wildflower meadows.
What plant family does Ragged Robin belong to?
Ragged Robin (Silene flos-cuculi) belongs to the family Caryophyllaceae, which includes pinks, campions, and chickweeds. It was formerly classified in the genus Lychnis before being reclassified into Silene based on molecular evidence.
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