Bladder Campion

Bladder Campion Care

Silene Vulgaris

What is the plant

Silene vulgaris - the bladder campion or maidenstears - is a plant species of the genus Silene of the Caryophyllaceae family, native to Europe but also widespread in North America where it is a common wildflower in meadows, open woods, and fields.

It can be invasive in the US.

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Humidity

High

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

min -30°C

Hardiness zone

5 - 9

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

Toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water regularly in the first weeks. Try to avoid watering on sunny afternoons to minimize the amount of moisture lost to evaporation. If your plant is in a pot, check the top soil in the pot either by looking at it or touching it with your finger.
Sunlight
The preference is full to partial sun
Soil
Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils.

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Additional
Although no mention of toxicity has been seen for this species, it does contain saponins. Although toxic, these substances are very poorly absorbed by the body and so tend to pass through without causing harm. They are also broken down by thorough cooking. Saponins are found in many plants, including several that are often used for food, such as certain beans. It is advisable not to eat large quantities of food that contain saponins. Saponins are much more toxic to some creatures, such as fish, and hunting tribes have traditionally put large quantities of them in streams, lakes etc in order to stupefy or kill the fish
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