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Dianthus armeria L.

Deptford pink (Caryophyllaceae)

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Dianthus armeria is grows in dry grassy places, mostly in southern Great Britain, and Horse Island (VCH3: West Cork).

Creuse (23), France; 2009-07-06

 Deptford pink / Dianthus armeria: _Dianthus armeria_ is grows in dry grassy places, mostly in southern Great Britain, and Horse Island (VCH3).

Dianthus armeria is similar to Dianthus barbatus, but with a hairy inflorescence.

Creuse (23), France; 2009-07-06

 Deptford pink / Dianthus armeria: _Dianthus armeria_ is similar to _Dianthus barbatus_, but with a hairy inflorescence.

Dianthus armeria is declining rapidly in Great Britain.

Creuse (23), France; 2009-07-06

 Deptford pink / Dianthus armeria: _Dianthus armeria_ is declining rapidly in Great Britain.

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