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Presidio of San Francisco
San Francisco Campion
(Silene verecunda ssp. verecunda)
 
San Francisco Campion
Will Elder, NPS
San Francisco Campion mostly occurs in sunny patches between shrubs and
has been re-established at Crissy marsh.
 

Origin Of Genus Name: Silene is Greek for "saliva" referring to the gummy exudation on the stems.

Presidio Locations: Forms colonies on open sandy soil. Only two populations are found on the Presidio.

Range In State: California coast.

Description:This rare, native perennial species has bell-shaped flowers with ten veined, pink to rose petals, and long, tapering, hairy leaves. The San Francisco Campion is a federal candidate for being listed as an endangered species. Blooms March to June.

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Did You Know?
In 1872, there was a proposal in Congress for the Presidio to become a San Francisco city park. The Army reported that 800 acres were required for national defense, provided barracks be relocated. Despite Congressman Cole's attempts, however, the Presidio reservation remained intact.

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Last Updated: January 18, 2008 at 18:29 EST