Matthiola Incana

This is another one of the flowers I saw in the Flower Dome on my visits. At first, I thought they were snapdragon flowers. With their upright spikes and beautiful flowers, they look like the snapdragon flowers from far. I did a bit of research on the internet and found that they are Matthiola Incana or hoary stock plants.

Matthiola incana is a species of flowering plant in the cabbage family Brassicaceae. They are also commonly known as Brompton stock, common stock, hoary stock, ten-week stock, and gilly-flower. The common name stock usually refers to this species, though it may also be applied to the whole genus Matthiola. - Wikipedia

Apparently, Matthiola incana is a common garden flower, available in a variety of colours, many of which are heavily scented and also used in flower arrangement. They symbolise love, loyalty and happiness. Hence, these flowers are often used at weddings and celebrations.

Stock flowers (Matthiola incana) are cool-season flowers grown as a bedding plant. They are some of the most fragrant spring-blooming flowers, famous for a sweet, spicy scent often compared to cloves. Their long, sturdy stems and long vase life make them a florist favourite. Unfortunately, they are "one and done," meaning they do not re-bloom once the main stem is harvested.

Stock varieties produce either single or double blooms. Double flowers are fluffier and highly desired for bouquets, while single flowers are often more fragrant. The blossoms are said to be edible and can be used as garnishes or added to salads.

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