Status:
valid
Authors:
Botsch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Inst. Bot. Zool. Akad. Nauk Uzbeksk. S.S.R. 11: 10 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426222
Common Names
- Allochroa Violet
- Allochroa Meadow Violet
- Allochroa's Violet
Description
Viola allochroa (also called 'Allochroous Violet', among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the mountains of Central and Southern Europe, and grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has heart-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Viola allochroa is an attractive ornamental plant, grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used as a ground cover and in landscaping. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viola allochroa has small, purple flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola allochroa is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated by division or by seed. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Viola allochroa
Viola allochroa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Viola allochroa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola allochroa?
Viola allochroa
What is the common name of Viola allochroa?
Allochroa violet
What is the natural habitat of Viola allochroa?
Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
Species in the Viola genus
Species in the Violaceae family
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Agatea longipedicellata,
Agatea macrobotrys,
Agatea pancheri,
Agatea rufotomentosa,
Agatea schlechteri,
Agatea veillonii,
Agatea violaris,
Allexis batangae,
Allexis cauliflora,
Allexis obanensis,
Allexis zygomorpha,
Amphirrhox grandifolia,
Amphirrhox longifolia,
Anchietea exalata,
Anchietea frangulifolia,
Anchietea peruviana,
Anchietea pyrifolia,
Anchietea raimondii,
Anchietea selloviana,
Anchietea suma,
Anchietea ferrucciae,
Anchietea ballardii,
Calyptrion arboreum,
Calyptrion carthagenense,
Calyptrion pubescens,
Calyptrion volubile,
Decorsella paradoxa,
Fusispermum laxiflorum,
Fusispermum minutiflorum,
Fusispermum rubrolignosum,
Hybanthopsis bahiensis,
Hybanthus albus,
Hybanthus austrocaledonicus,
Hybanthus caledonicus,
Hybanthus cymulosus,
Hybanthus debilissimus,
Hybanthus domingensis,
Hybanthus durus,
Hybanthus epacroides,
Hybanthus galeottii,
Hybanthus graminifolius,
Hybanthus havanensis,
Hybanthus heterosepalus,
Hybanthus leptopus,
Hybanthus leucanthus,
Hybanthus micranthus,
Hybanthus mossamedensis,
Hybanthus paraguariensis,
Hybanthus parviflorus,