Centranthus trinervis (Centranthe à Trois Nervures)
Botanical Information
| Family | Valerianaceae |
| Genus | Centranthus |
| Species | trinervis |
| Category | Perennials |
| Origin | Corsica. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 20-60 cm |
| Flowering Period | April, May, June, July |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A critically endangered herbaceous plant with an upright stem. Pink flowers are clustered atop the tall stem. |
| Habitat | Prefers shade from rock crevices, found along cliffs and large boulders. |
| Leaf Description | Grouped in pairs, the leaves are shiny, pale blue-green in colour and elongated with three nerves. |
| Flower Description | 5 petaled tubular flower often pink in colour however, can be found in white with a protruding stamen in the centre. |