Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
breviflora
ID:
1327675

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jungsim Lee & M.Kim

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Korean J. Pl. Taxon. 44: 84 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340129

Common Names

  • Short-flowered Violet
  • Short-flowered Sweet Violet
  • Viola breviflora

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Description

Viola breviflora (also called Short-flowered Violet, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with bright green, heart-shaped leaves and small, purple flowers. It is native to North America and grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Viola breviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viola breviflora has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola breviflora is a tropical perennial native to Mexico and Central America. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 6 inches in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a bright, sunny location. Once established, Viola breviflora requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Viola breviflora

Viola breviflora can be found in the temperate grasslands of Central Asia.

Viola breviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola breviflora?

Viola breviflora

What type of plant is Viola breviflora?

Violet

Where is Viola breviflora found?

North America

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

Muyeol Kim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kim' in the authors string.
Jungsim Lee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jungsim Lee' in the authors string.