Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conjugens
ID:
427166

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
ksu

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 4: 3 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426498

Common Names

  • Viola conjugens
  • Conjugens Violet
  • Conjugens Blue Violet

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Synonyms

  • Viola lavandulacea E.P.Bicknell [unknown]
  • Viola aberrans Greene [unknown]
  • Viola greenei House [unknown]
  • Viola parca House [unknown]

Description

Viola conjugens (also called Twinleaf Violet, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with white to pinkish-purple flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Viola conjugens is a small, low-growing plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in potpourri and sachets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, colds, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Viola conjugens are white or pale blue, with a yellow center and a short spur. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola conjugens is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagate by division in spring or by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Viola conjugens

Viola conjugens is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Viola conjugens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola conjugens?

Viola conjugens

What is the common name of Viola conjugens?

Conjugate Violet

What is the natural habitat of Viola conjugens?

Grassy slopes and rocky areas

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,