Dianthus sylvestris Dianthus sylvestris is an herbaceous perennial plant of the family Caryophyllaceae. It is a perennial species with thin leaves that form a basal rosette. The pink flowers consist of 5 welded sepals and 5 free petals and bloom in summer. The fruits are ovoid capsules. Datasheet Common NameWood pink Botanical nameDianthus sylvestris FamilyCaryophyllaceae Life CyclePerennialFoliageDeciduous Basic ColourPink Height10 -> 40 cm HabitatDry meadows, Rocky slopes, barrenAltitude2000-3000 m Bloom TimeJune -> August Plant TypeHerbs, Ornemental, OutdoorFruit TypeCapsule Sun ExposureSun, Part shade Soil pHNeutral, Alkaline Soil Moisture DrySoil Type Stony, Silty Propagationby seeds / by sowingGerminationFast Germinator Open Next Page To See More Photos. Dianthus sylvestris Dianthus sylvestris