Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corsica
ID:
427145

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nyman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Syll. Fl. Eur. : 228 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426477

Common Names

  • Viola corsica
  • Corsican Violet
  • Corsican Blue Violet

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Synonyms

  • Viola bertolonii De Salis [unknown]

Description

Viola corsica (also called Corsican Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Corsica. It has a rosette of basal leaves and small purple flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Viola corsica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Viola corsica sub. ilvensis (W.Becker) Merxm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola corsica 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 corsica

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

Viola corsica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola corsica?

Viola corsica

What is the common name of Viola corsica?

Corsican Violet

What is the natural habitat of Viola corsica?

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,

References