The carnation flower (Dianthus caryophyllus).

Carnation

The carnation flower (Dianthus caryophyllus).

Illustrated is a carnation flower showing the calyx which has split on account of poor shape.

Carnation Flower

Illustrated is a carnation flower showing the calyx which has split on account of poor shape.

Illustrated is a carnation flower showing a well shaped calyx that will seldom burst.

Carnation Flower

Illustrated is a carnation flower showing a well shaped calyx that will seldom burst.

The carnation pink or Dianthus caryophyllus.

Carnation Pink

The carnation pink or Dianthus caryophyllus.