Pansy
ExplorePlants
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
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
Be the first to snap!
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
Ability
Cold Resistance
Pansy has genes that help it withstand cool temperatures, letting it bloom earlier and later in the season for more insect visits.
Ability
Nectar Guides
Pansy has dark 'nectar guide' patterns on its petals that help guide pollinators directly to its pollen and nectar.
Ability
Self-Seeding
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
- 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
Annual plants complete their entire life cycle, from germination to seed production, within a single growing season.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
HeartseaseViola tricolor
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Explore with care and ask an adult if you’re unsure what to do.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Pansy?
15-30 cm
How wide does Pansy spread?
15-30 cm
How big are the flowers on Pansy?
4-10 cm
When does Pansy bloom?
Spring to fall, often extending into winter in mild regions
Is Pansy edible?
Yes
Is Pansy toxic?
None
What is Pansy's lifecycle?
Biennial
How is Pansy pollinated?
Insect
Snap Map
Zoom in to split clusters and explore where this object has been snapped.
Loading map…
Recent Snaps
Recent snaps will appear here as new observations are added.
