Silene occidentalis ssp. longistipitata
long-stiped campion
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Family: Caryophyllaceae · Type: Herb
Conservation status: CNPS 1B.2
Silene occidentalis ssp. longistipitata (long-stiped campion) is a California herb in the Caryophyllaceae family.
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Identification and appearance
Key characters: Differentiators are not available at this time.
Conservation status
CNPS 1B.2
How to tell it apart
vs Spigelia: Silene has 5 separate petals in pink family arrangement; Spigelia has tubular red flowers with 5-lobed tips.; vs Pelargonium: Silene has radially symmetric flowers with 5 equal petals; Pelargonium has bilateral flowers with unequal petals.; vs Cistanthe: Silene has a tubular calyx fused around the flower; Cistanthe has 2 separate, rounded sepals that fall off.; vs Castilleja: Silene has showy petals; Castilleja's color comes from bracts hiding tiny tubular flowers.; vs Petrorhagia: Silene has an inflated, rounded calyx tube; Petrorhagia has a narrow, cylindrical calyx with papery bracts below.
Frequently asked questions
What plant family does Silene occidentalis ssp. longistipitata belong to?
Silene occidentalis ssp. longistipitata is in the Caryophyllaceae family, genus Silene.
Is Silene occidentalis ssp. longistipitata rare or endangered?
Silene occidentalis ssp. longistipitata carries California Rare Plant Rank 1B.2, state rank S2.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: CDFW CNDDB
Last updated 2026-10-07
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