Spalding's campion (Silene spaldingii) COSEWIC assessment and status report: chapter 9

Special Significance of the Species

The Canadian population of Silene spaldingii is at the northern extent of the species’ range and, along with the Montana populations, may represent a genetically distinct element important for the long-term survival and evolution of the species, but this research has yet to be conducted. In addition, S. spaldingii may function as an indicator of Palouse prairie integrity.

The species has no commercial value and is not known in cultivation. It is not known to have cultural, medicinal or spiritual uses.

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