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Spring–Autumn
Nasturtium
Tropaeolum majus
Family: Tropaeolaceae
Earthy & Warmpepperygreen
SeasonSpring–Autumn
OriginSouth America
IntensityModerate
LifespanAnnual
About This Flower
Earthy & Warm · Spring–Autumn bloomer
Nasturtiums tumble in vivid orange, yellow, and red, their round leaves carrying a sharp peppery-green scent and the flowers entirely edible, a kitchen garden staple and pot-pourri ingredient.
Symbolism & Meaning
patriotism, conquest, victory
In the Victorian language of flowers, nasturtium means “Patriotism”.
Habitat & Environment
South America
Nasturtium is native to South America.
Quick Reference
- Scientific NameTropaeolum majus
- FamilyTropaeolaceae
- Native ToSouth America
- Bloom SeasonSpring–Autumn
- LifespanAnnual
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