Proliferous pink (Petrorhagia prolifera)
Care, watering, light and tips for Proliferous pink on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Caryophyllaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
About Proliferous pink
Petrorhagia prolifera, commonly known as Proliferous Pink or Proliferous Catchfly, is a small annual herbaceous plant belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family. It is characterized by its slender stems and small, often solitary, pink or white flowers that bloom in summer. It is ideal for rock gardens, gravel gardens, or as part of naturalized meadows, adding a wild and delicate touch.
Native range
Europe and North Africa
Care tips
It thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, even poor or sandy ones, strictly avoiding waterlogging. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings, as it is drought-tolerant once established. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot. It does not require regular fertilization.
How to save a dying Proliferous pink
- Warning signs
- Drooping, yellowing or dry leaves. Soft or blackened stem. No flower production.
- First aid
- Replant in well-drained soil or pot with holes. Water only when soil is dry to the touch.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and waterlogged soil. Does not tolerate dense shade or lack of direct light.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if its roots are not completely rotted. Act quickly with good drainage and sun.