Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
awagatakensis
ID:
427190

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Yamaz., I.Ito & Ageishi

Source:
ksu

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 72: 60 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426522

Common Names

  • Viola awagatakensis
  • Awagatakensis Violet
  • Awagatakensis Blue Violet

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Description

Viola awagatakensis (also called Awagataken Violet, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with white to pinkish-purple flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Viola awagatakensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Viola awagatakensis are white or pale blue, with a yellow center and a short spur. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola awagatakensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagate by division in spring or by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Viola awagatakensis

Viola awagatakensis is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.

Viola awagatakensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola awagatakensis?

Viola awagatakensis

What is the common name of Viola awagatakensis?

Awagataken Violet

What is the natural habitat of Viola awagatakensis?

Grassy slopes and rocky areas

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,

References

Takasi Yamazaki (1921-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yamaz.' in the authors string.
Itaru Ito: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Ito' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:995401-1: Based on the initial data import