Pansy

Miltonia Lindl.

Pansies are colorful flowers with cute faces! They bloom in spring and fall, adding cheer to gardens.

Habitat: Gardens and parks

Appearance

The Pansy has charming flat-faced flowers, often displaying five velvety petals with a distinctive dark 'blotch' or 'whisker' pattern in the center. Its petals come in a vibrant array of colors, from deep purples and blues to sunny yellows, fiery oranges, and pure whites, often with contrasting edges.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassLiliopsidaOrderAsparagalesFamilyOrchidaceaeGenusMiltonia

Pansy

Interesting facts

Pansies were once called 'Heartsease', believed to cure a broken heart!

Some pansy varieties have a lovely, subtle fragrance, especially in the morning!

The name 'Pansy' comes from French, meaning 'thought', like a pondering face!

These cheerful flowers are a symbol of remembrance and loving thoughts.

Special abilities

Pansy has genes that help it withstand cool temperatures, letting it bloom earlier and later in the season for more insect visits.

Pansy has dark 'nectar guide' patterns on its petals that help guide pollinators directly to its pollen and nectar.

Pansy can drop its seeds after blooming, allowing new plants to sprout naturally and ensure its species continues.

Measurements & details

Height: 15-30 cm
Spread: 15-30 cm
Flower Size: 4-10 cm
Bloom Season: Spring to fall, often extending into winter in mild regions
Is Edible: Yes
Toxicity: None
Lifecycle: Biennial
Pollination Method: Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

Gathers nectar and pollen from the flowers.

pollinates

Common Eastern Bumblebee

Bombus impatiens

Actively visits pansies for floral resources.

eats

Garden Snail

Cornu aspersum

Feeds on the leaves and petals, causing damage.

Traits

Annual

Discover plants that complete their whole life story, from a tiny seed to making new seeds, all within a single growing season! Then, they gracefully finish their cycle.

Spring Blooming

Celebrate the arrival of warmer weather with these cheerful plants that burst into beautiful flowers as spring awakens the world.

Fragrant Flower

Discover flowers that release delightful scents into the air, enchanting our senses and attracting helpful insects. Take a moment to enjoy their sweet perfume!

Colorful

Discover amazing plants and animals that show off a dazzling array of bright and beautiful hues! They use their vibrant colors to attract attention or send signals.