Status:
valid
Authors:
Britton
Source:
tro
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 16: 18 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245523
Common Names
- Bridges' Violet
- Viola Bridgesii
- Bridgesii Viola
Description
Viola bridgesii (also called Bridges' Violet, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in meadows and disturbed areas. It has purple or white flowers and small, round, green fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Viola bridgesii is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and skin diseases. The leaves can be used to make tea and the flowers can be used to make a fragrant oil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viola bridgesii has small, white, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola bridgesii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of heat and humidity, and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.
Where to Find Viola bridgesii
Viola bridgesii is native to North America and can be found in dry, open areas.
Viola bridgesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola bridgesii?
Viola bridgesii
What is the common name of Viola bridgesii?
Bridges' Violet
What is the natural habitat of Viola bridgesii?
Mountain meadows and rocky slopes in the western United States
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,