Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cucullata
ID:
427159

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 3: 283 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426491

Common Names

  • Viola cucullata
  • Cucullata Violet
  • Cucullata Blue Violet

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Synonyms

  • Viola obliqua Aiton [unknown]
  • Viola mesochora Greene ex Rosend. [unknown]
  • Viola resupinata Moench [unknown]
  • Viola fontana Greene [unknown]
  • Viola induta Greene [unknown]
  • Viola consors Greene [unknown]
  • Viola palmata cucullata A.Gray [unknown]
  • Viola cucullata prionosepala Brainerd [unknown]
  • Viola cordata Walter [unknown]
  • Viola ciliata Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Viola obliqua Pursh [unknown]
  • Viola cucullata cordata (Walter) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Viola primulifolia cordata (Walter) DC. [unknown]
  • Viola macrotis Greene [unknown]
  • Viola leptosepala Greene [unknown]
  • Viola cucullata microtitis Brainerd [unknown]
  • Viola cucullata minor Hook. [unknown]
  • Viola cucullata reniformis Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Viola cucullata striata O.R.Willis [unknown]
  • Viola cucullata thurstonii A.Twining [deprecated]

Description

Viola cucullata (also called Common Blue Violet, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with blue to purple flowers. It is native to North America and grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Viola cucullata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Viola cucullata 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 cucullata 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 cucullata

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

Viola cucullata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola cucullata?

Viola cucullata

What is the common name of Viola cucullata?

Hooded Violet

What is the natural habitat of Viola cucullata?

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,