Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calcarata
ID:
427287

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 935 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426619

Common Names

  • Calcarata Viola
  • Calcarata Violet
  • Calcarata Violette

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Synonyms

  • Viola minae Strobl [unknown]
  • Viola madonia Presl ex Rchb. [unknown]
  • Viola apennina Terracc. [unknown]
  • Mnemion calcaratum Spach [unknown]

Description

Viola calcarata (also called 'Spurred 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 calcarata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Viola calcarata sub. zoysii (Wulfen) Merxm.
Viola calcarata sub. villarsiana (Schult.) Merxm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viola calcarata 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 calcarata 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 calcarata

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

Viola calcarata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola calcarata?

Viola calcarata

What is the common name of Viola calcarata?

Viola calcarata

What is the natural habitat of Viola calcarata?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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