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
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.
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
Itaru Ito: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Ito' in the authors string.