Gypsophila paniculata

Gypsophila paniculata L.

Gypsophila paniculata

Gypsophila paniculata, commonly known as baby's breath or common gypsophila, is a herbaceous perennial plant native to central and eastern Europe. It grows up to 1.2 meters (4 feet) tall and wide, with mounds of branching stems covered in tiny white flowers during the summer. The plant's natural habitat includes dry, sandy, and stony places, often on calcareous soils. It thrives in well-drained alkaline to neutral soils and full sun.

Details

Order:

Caryophyllales

Family:

Caryophyllaceae

Genus:

Gypsophila

Chemistry:

The plant contains various compounds, including terpenes and flavonoids, which contribute to its medicinal properties. Specific chemical constituents include saponins and gypsogenin, which have been studied for their pharmacological effects.

Uses:

Gypsophila paniculata is widely used in the floristry trade, providing a backdrop for larger blooms. It is also popular in ornamental gardens and is known to be used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties. The plant has been studied for potential use in treating various ailments due to its chemical constituents.

Flowering time:

Summer

Sowing time:

Spring

Plant height:

1.2 meters (4 feet)

Flower color:

White

Suitable habitat:

Dry, sandy and stony places; often on calcareous soils

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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