Order Caryophyllales

Order Caryophyllales

The twelve families in Order Caryophyllales include the Pink Family (Caryophyllaceae) where the carnation belongs, and the Cactus Family (Cactaceae). Some well-known vegetables such as spinach, beets and Swiss chard also belong here. Most plants in this Order are herbs, some of which are able to survive in difficult conditions e.g. a high salt content in the soil. [CH] {EN}