Candytuft
-Inherent characters-
The English name "candytuft" comes from the appearance of the tufted flowers that resemble candy.The genus name Iberis is derived from Iberia(the old name of Spain),because they are native to Spain.
-Scientific name-
Iberis umbellata
-Common name-
Candytuft/Ibelis
What kind of plant is it?
Japanese names 　 Kyandi-tafuto,Iberisu Unburata
Family 　 Cruciferae
Origin 　 Europe, Asia
Horticultural classification 　 Annual
Area(s) frequently seen in Japan 　 Shikoku and northward
What color is it?
Flower 　

Leaf 　
When is it most attractive?
Flower or foliage season
Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
　 　
　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　
What size is it?
Plant height 　 20-40cm
Flower diameter 　 1cm
Inflorescence diameter 　 　
Inflorescence length