Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
clauseniana
ID:
1241042

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.S.Baker

Source:
tro

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Madroño 4: 194 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001240380

Common Names

  • Viola clauseniana
  • Clausen's Violet
  • Clausen's Wood Violet

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Description

Viola clauseniana (also called Clausen's Violet, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Violaceae family. It is an evergreen perennial with ovate-shaped leaves and small purple flowers. It is native to North America, and is found in temperate and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Viola clauseniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its attractive foliage and bright flowers make it a popular choice for gardeners.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Viola clauseniana is a small, white to pinkish-purple, with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola clauseniana is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division or by taking stem cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Viola clauseniana

Viola clauseniana is native to the United States. It can be found in moist, shady areas in temperate climates.

Viola clauseniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola clauseniana?

Viola clauseniana

What is the common name of Viola clauseniana?

Clausen's Violet

What is the family of Viola clauseniana?

Violaceae

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,

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