五彩石竹（学名：Dianthus chinensis）Dianthus barbatusL.) is a genus of the Caryophyllaceae family, a perennialHerbalPlants, up to 60 cm tall, with no hair on the entire plant. The stem is upright.LeafletsAcuminate, with an acute apex, gradually narrowed at the base, and a distinct midrib. Many flowers are aggregated into a head, with several leafy involucral bracts; very short pedicels.ScalesOvoid in shape, with an acute, tail-like tip at the top, the margin is membranous; calyx is tubular, with acute teeth; petals have long claws, lobes are ovoid; stamens slightly protrude; ovary is elongate; style is linear. Capsule is ovoid-oblong, seeds are brown, flattened-ovoid; flowers bloom and fruits from May to October.

Originating from Europe, cultivated in various regions of China. Dianthus chinensis is cold and drought-resistant, sensitive to heat and waterlogging, prefers ample sunlight, a dry, well-ventilated, cool environment, and is best in semi-shade during summer. It requires fertile, loose, well-drained calcareous loam.

Dianthus chinensis, commonly used in gardens for flower beds,Floral BorderBeds of flowers or potted plants, also suitable for rock gardens and edge decoration of lawns.