Gypsophila paniculata —The Common Gypsophila is another popular flower for floral displays thanks to its beautiful airy panicles. This is a perennial baby’s-breath with a mass of tiny flowers. The tiny flowers of gypsophila look like miniature carnations for a reason. The flower received its unusual name for the same unusual love for limestone. More photos of gypsophila - see our gallery! Find out how to grow gypsophila (baby's breath), including planting, care and propagation. Advice from BBC Gardeners' World Magazine. Gypsophila or Kachim (lat. Gypsóphila) is a genus of flowering plants in the Carnation family. Translated, it means “lime-loving,” which characterizes its growth zone. There are approximately 150 varieties of gypsophila. Representatives of this culture are able to decorate any garden plot.