Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chejuensis
ID:
427084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.N.Lee & Y.C.Oh

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Bull. Korea Pl. Res. 5: 13 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426416

Common Names

  • Cheju Violet
  • Cheju Viola
  • Cheju

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Description

Viola chejuensis (also called Cheju Violet, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to East Asia. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It has a low-growing habit and produces small, heart-shaped leaves and small, purple flowers. It is often used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Uses & Benefits

Viola chejuensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viola chejuensis 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 chejuensis is a perennial herb native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is easy to grow from seed and does best in full sun or partial shade. The plant prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Viola chejuensis

Viola chejuensis is native to Korea. It grows in moist, sandy soils in meadows and grasslands.

Viola chejuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola chejuensis?

Viola chejuensis

What is the common name of Viola chejuensis?

Cheju violet

What is the natural habitat of Viola chejuensis?

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

Yong No Lee (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.N.Lee' in the authors string.
Yong Cha Oh (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.C.Oh' in the authors string.