Below is a list of all known varieties for Carnation. Click on a variety name to view more detailed nutrient and sourcing information.
| Variety Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Carnation (Miniature, Bicolor) | A "spray" carnation with striped or edged petals (e.g., pink/red). Peppery flavor. |
| Carnation (Miniature, Pink) | A pink "spray" carnation. Petals are mild, sweet, and spicy. |
| Carnation (Miniature, Red) | A "spray" carnation with multiple small flowers. Petals are small, peppery, and spicy. |
| Carnation (Miniature, White) | A white "spray" carnation. Petals have a mild, spicy, clove-like flavor. |
| Carnation (Standard, Pink) | A large, pink florist carnation. Mild, sweet, "clove-like" flavor. |
| Carnation (Standard, Red) | A large, single-stem, florist carnation. Mildly spicy scent. Petals are edible, with a peppery, "clove" taste (remove white base). |
| Carnation (Standard, White) | A large, white florist carnation. Often has a stronger, spicier, "clove" fragrance than other colors. |
| Carnation Petals (Pink) | The petals of a pink carnation, often with a slightly sweeter and more floral scent than the red. |
| Carnation Petals (Red) | The petals of a red carnation, which must be separated from the bitter white base. They have a mild, sweet, clove-like spice. |
| Dianthus caryophyllus (Wild Carnation) | The original species. A single, pink-purple flower with a strong, spicy, "clove" scent. The origin of the flavor. |
| Miniature Carnation | Small carnation flowers with a sweet, clove-like, and spicy fragrance. Petals are used in salads or for syrups. |