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Moss Campion

Silene acaulis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Caryophyllaceae ›Genus: Silene

About

Silene acaulis, known as moss campion or cushion pink, is a small mountain-dwelling wildflower that is common all over the high arctic and tundra in the higher mountains of Eurasia and North America, (south to the Alps, Carpathians, southern Siberia, Pyrenees, British Isles, Iceland, Faroe Islands, Rocky Mountains). It is an evergreen perennial flowering plant in the carnation family Caryophyllaceae.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Moss Campion?
The scientific name of Moss Campion is Silene acaulis.
What kingdom does Moss Campion belong to?
Moss Campion belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Moss Campion belong to?
Moss Campion belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Moss Campion belong to?
Moss Campion belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Moss Campion belong to?
Moss Campion belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Moss Campion belong to?
Moss Campion belongs to the family Caryophyllaceae.
What genus does Moss Campion belong to?
Moss Campion belongs to the genus Silene.