Silene colorata - Pink catchfly - (Caryophyllaceae)

Silene colorata

Pink catchfly can be found throughout the Mediterranean region in many habitats from the coastal cliff-tops to the hills and mountains. During its peak flowering time it is a gorgeous sight and forms dense stands of bright pink flowers. It is a member of the Pink family (Caryophyllaceae).

This photograph was taken in the Algarve, in Portugal, in May.