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Petunia
Herb Icon Cultivated Flower    
Image of Petunia
Petunia Atkinsiana
Order: Solanales Family: Solanaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Petunia
MainColor Red
PlantType Herb Icon Herb
Growth Type Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season July
ImageUrl Petunia-001
Photographer DP
Location St Albans
Human Toxicity Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

A popular annual with a wide variety of colours and patterns, trumpet-shaped flowers, and soft, slightly sticky foliage. Extensively bred for garden displays and containers.

Distribution

A hybrid species developed from South American parents; cultivated worldwide.

Medicinal/Other Uses

None significant; grown purely for ornamental value.

Edibility

Not edible, though non-toxic.

Human Toxicity

May cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals when handled.

Pet Toxicity

Not Toxic

Active Compounds

Flavonoids, anthocyanins, alkaloids (trace).

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