Agrostemma is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family of Caryophyllaceae. The plants in this genus are commonly known as corncocks, which stems from the belief that they only grew in fields of wheat or corn. There are several other synonyms that are often used to refer to Agrostemma plants, including annual larkspur, false campsion, and moth catcher. In addition, many species within the genus also have their own unique names such as Agrostemma githago which is commonly known as corncockle. While these names may vary, they all refer to the same group of beautiful flowering plants that are loved by gardeners and nature enthusiasts alike.