Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Wallflower |
| MainColor | Orange |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | April |
| ImageUrl | Erysimum-002 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location | Abbots Langley |
| Human Toxicity |  Mildly_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Wallflowers are biennial or short-lived perennial plants with bright yellow, orange, or red flowers that are highly fragrant. They typically grow to about 30-75 cm tall and have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
Distribution
Native to southwestern Europe, wallflowers are now widely cultivated and naturalised in many temperate regions worldwide. They thrive in well-drained soils and are often found in gardens, walls, and rocky areas.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not considered safe for human consumption due to potential toxicity.
Human Toxicity
Mildly Toxic - ingestion can cause stomach upset and skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion may lead to vomiting and diarrhoea.
Active Compounds
Glucosinolates, flavonoids, volatile oils.