alyssum
Alyssum refers to a group of flowering plants in the genus Lobularia, commonly known as sweet alyssum. These plants are native to the Mediterranean region and are popular for their fragrant, small flowers that typically appear in clusters. The most common color is white, but cultivars also come in shades of pink, purple, and yellow.
Sweet alyssum is an herbaceous perennial, though it is often grown as an annual in cooler climates.
These plants are widely cultivated for their use in gardens, particularly as borders, ground cover, or in
While sweet alyssum is the most common species, other plants are sometimes referred to as alyssum, such