Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
ovatifolia
ID:
1217058

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
tro

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 6: 9 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001216396



Common Names

  • Matthiola ovatifolia
  • Ovate Stock
  • Ovate-leaved Stock


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Description

Matthiola ovatifolia (also called ovate-leaved stock, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It has yellow flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky areas, often in meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Matthiola ovatifolia is an attractive ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as an edging plant. It can also be used in hanging baskets and window boxes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Matthiola ovatifolia has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Matthiola ovatifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Matthiola ovatifolia

Matthiola ovatifolia is native to parts of the Mediterranean region.

Matthiola ovatifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Matthiola ovatifolia?

Matthiola ovatifolia

What is the family of Matthiola ovatifolia?

Brassicaceae

What is the common name of Matthiola ovatifolia?

Oval-leaved stock

Species in the Matthiola genus

Matthiola puntensis, Matthiola sinuata, Matthiola tricuspidata, Matthiola superba, Matthiola tatarica, Matthiola longipetala, Matthiola fragrans, Matthiola incana, Matthiola parviflora, Matthiola perennis, Matthiola lunata, Matthiola maroccana, Matthiola odoratissima, Matthiola arabica, Matthiola fruticulosa, Matthiola chorassanica, Matthiola montana, Matthiola trojana, Matthiola anchoniifolia, Matthiola codringtonii, Matthiola crassifolia, Matthiola damascena, Matthiola dumulosa, Matthiola erlangeriana, Matthiola ghorana, Matthiola glutinosa, Matthiola graminea, Matthiola macranica, Matthiola perpusilla, Matthiola spathulata, Matthiola subglabra, Matthiola scapifera, Matthiola kralikii, Matthiola ovatifolia, Matthiola farinosa, Matthiola revoluta, Matthiola torulosa, Matthiola caspica, Matthiola daghestanica, Matthiola maderensis, Matthiola afghanica, Matthiola alyssifolia, Matthiola bucharica, Matthiola chenopodiifolia, Matthiola czerniakowskae, Matthiola integrifolia, Matthiola obovata, Matthiola robusta, Matthiola stoddartii, Matthiola tianschanica,

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

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