Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
appalachiensis
ID:
1240973

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.K.Henry

Source:
tro

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Castanea 18: 131 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001240311

Common Names

  • Viola appalachiensis
  • Appalachian Violet
  • Appalachian Wood Violet

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Description

Viola appalachiensis (also called Appalachian Violet, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Violaceae family. It is an evergreen perennial with ovate-shaped leaves and small purple flowers. It is native to North America, and is found in temperate and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Viola appalachiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Viola appalachiensis is a small, white to pinkish-purple, with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola appalachiensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Viola appalachiensis

Viola appalachiensis is native to the United States. It can be found in moist, shady areas in temperate climates.

Viola appalachiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola appalachiensis?

Viola appalachiensis

What is the common name of Viola appalachiensis?

Appalachian Violet

What is the family of Viola appalachiensis?

Violaceae

Species in the Viola genus

Species in the Violaceae family

Agatea lecointei, 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,