Matthiola incana (L.) R.Br. var. graeca
See Matthiola incana 'Dwarf Stock' for a brief description of the type. Summer flowering with white flowers. [JD]. ‘There is a very distinct type [of Stock] known as Wallflower-leaved, which was introduced many years ago from the Grecian Archipelago, and which has shining deep-green leaves, not unlike a Wallflower.’ [Robinson - The English Flower Garden and Home Grounds 10th Edition, p.680/1907].
Horticultural & Botanical History
No additional data.
History at Camden Park
Recorded as a biennial by Carter from whom Macarthur ordered 12 varieties. [MP A2933-1, p.128].
Notes
Published Oct 02, 2009 - 07:32 AM | Last updated Aug 17, 2011 - 06:31 AM
| Family | Brassicaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Greece, but probably of garden origin |
| Synonyms |
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| Common Name | Greek or Wallflower-leaved stock |
| Name in the Camden Park Record |
Stock-Wallflower-leaved |
| Confidence level | high |