Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
beckiana
ID:
427306

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Fiala ex Beck

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Wiener Ill. Gart.-Zeitung 21: 197 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426638

Common Names

  • Beckiana Viola
  • Beckiana Violet
  • Beckiana Violette

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Synonyms

  • Viola pascua W.Becker [unknown]

Description

Viola beckiana (also called 'Beck's Violet', among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has heart-shaped leaves and small, usually white or yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Viola beckiana is a small, low-growing plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in potpourri and sachets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, colds, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viola beckiana has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola beckiana is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation can be done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame.

Where to Find Viola beckiana

Viola beckiana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Viola beckiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola beckiana?

Viola beckiana

What is the common name of Viola beckiana?

Viola beckiana

What is the natural habitat of Viola beckiana?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

Species in the Viola genus

Species in the Violaceae family

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