species 25,244 observations
Moss Campion
Silene acaulis
Field notes
Supports All
37
native animals
supported in the US
supported in the US
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it
Long-winged Shade, Capsule Moth, Variable Capsule Moth
3
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it
Mallard, Common Raven, Eurasian Jackdaw, Redpoll
14
-
Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors
Red Mason Bee, Arctic Fritillary, Forest Bumble Bee, Heath Bumble Bee
20
Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Herbaceous plants
- Light
- Full sun
- Moisture
- Well drained
- Deer resistant
- Yes
- Plant type
- Wildflower Herbaceous perennial
From NC State Extension, USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.