Species
Gypsophila paniculata
Etymology
Gypsophila: From the Greek gypsos 'chalk' and phileo 'to love', referring to plant's preference for chalky soil.
paniculata: small sprayed
Common Name(s)
Gypsophila
Authority
Gypsophila paniculata L.
Family
Caryophyllaceae
Flora Category
Vascular - Exotic
Structural Class
Dicotyledonous Herbs other than Composites
Flower Colours
White
Year Naturalised
1958
Origin
E. and C. Europe, W. Asia
This page last updated on 24 Mar 2010