Psammosilene tunicoides

Tunicate Silene

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Small perennial herb with gray-green scaly leaves and delicate white flowers. Native to China, prized for rock gardens and drought tolerance.
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Plant Details

Common Name Tunicate Silene
Family Caryophyllaceae
Genus Psammosilene
Species Tunicoides
Origin China
Blooming Small white flowers in late spring to early summer
Leaf Color Gray-green / Silver-gray
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy or rocky soil mix, low organic matter, alkaline pH preferred.

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established. Water sparingly, allow soil to dry completely between waterings to prevent root rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for best growth and flowering, tolerates partial shade in hot climates.

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Fertilization

Low nutrient requirements. Apply balanced fertilizer lightly in spring only if needed.

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to maintain appearance and encourage reblooming or self-seeding.

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 1 month
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Aug
Sep
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
4000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1800 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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