Gypsophila — 6 species
Botanical species in the genus Gypsophila recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Gypsophila arrostii
Gypsophila arrostii
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in this country. There is also some doubt over the name. gives the author of the Latin name as Linnaeus whilst says that it is Guss. Requires a well-drained soil in full sun.
Full cultivation guide →Gypsophila davurica
Gypsophila davurica
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in at least the milder areas of this country. It is likely to require a dry, sunny position in a well-drained soil. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus.
Full cultivation guide →Gypsophila licentiana
Gypsophila licentiana
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
Requires a well-drained soil in full sun. Lime tolerant, it grows well in a dryish soil. Plants are hardy to at least -20°c.
Full cultivation guide →Gypsophila oldhamiana
Gypsophila oldhamiana
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
Requires a well-drained soil in full sun. Lime tolerant, it grows well in a dryish soil. Plants have a deep root system and are best left undisturbed once they have been planted out.
Full cultivation guide →Gypsophila paniculata
Gypsophila paniculata
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
Requires a sunny position and a well-drained dryish soil. Plants are not long-lived in wet or heavy soils. A lime tolerant plant, it prefers a limey soil according to another report.
Full cultivation guide →Gypsophila struthium
Gypsophila struthium
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Cultivation
Requires a sunny position and a deep soil. Lime tolerant. Grows well in a dryish soil.
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