Violet
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Viola odorata · Violaceae

Violet

紫罗兰 · スミレ

Europe Spring
Scientific nameViola odorata
GenusViola
OriginEurope
SeasonSpring
FamilyViolaceae
RegionEurope
Colours & SymbolismPurple: modesty; Humility hidden in plain sight
About this flower

Viola odorata is a species of flowering plant in the family Violaceae. The small hardy herbaceous perennial is commonly known as wood violet, sweet violet, English violet, common violet, florist's violet, or garden violet. The plant is native to Eurasia. The leaves and flowers are edible and have been used to make fragrances.

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花語 · Chinese Meaning

谦逊、忠诚,拿破仑最钟爱的花。

拿破仑流放时说等紫罗兰重开时我将归来,此后紫罗兰成为拿破仑党人的暗语。

花の言葉 · Japanese Meaning

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