Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
238703

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 288. 1891 [5 Nov 1891]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238035

Common Names

  • Matthiola Parviflora
  • Parviflora Matthiola
  • Matthiola Plant

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Description

Matthiola parviflora (also called Stock, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. This plant typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Matthiola parviflora is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Matthiola parviflora is yellow in colour and has five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black in colour. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Matthiola parviflora is an annual flowering plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is best grown in well-draining soil in a sunny location. It should be watered regularly and can be propagated by seed.

Where to Find Matthiola parviflora

Matthiola parviflora can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Matthiola parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Matthiola parviflora?

Matthiola parviflora

What is the common name of Matthiola parviflora?

Small-flowered Stock

What is the growth habit of Matthiola parviflora?

It is an annual or biennial plant with a spreading habit.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-122186: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.