Silene caroliniana, the sticky catchfly or wild pink, is a spring-flowering perennial forb with pink flowers.
The corolla varies in color ranging from a dark pink to white.
The species is native to the Eastern United States. It is found growing in habitats such as dry rocky or sandy forests, barrens, and outcrops.[1]
When in bloom the flowers are visited by pollinators, like large bees, bee flies, and hawkmoths.[2]
The species is listed as endangered by the state of Florida.