Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 1: 54 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426408
Common Names
- Chelmea Violet
- Chelmea Viola
- Chelmea
Description
Viola chelmea (also called Chelme Violet, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe and 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 chelmea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Viola chelmea sub. vratnikensis Gáyer & Degen
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viola chelmea has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola chelmea 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 chelmea
Viola chelmea is native to Europe and Asia. It grows in moist, sandy soils in meadows and grasslands.
Viola chelmea FAQ
What is Viola chelmea?
Viola chelmea is a species of flowering plant in the family Violaceae
Where does Viola chelmea grow?
Viola chelmea is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia
What are the uses of Viola chelmea?
Viola chelmea has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties
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,