Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
danielae
ID:
1326886

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pînzaru

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 44: 228 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339340

Common Names

  • Viola danielae
  • Danielae Viola
  • Mountain Viola

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Description

Viola danielae (also called Daniel's Violet, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in heathlands, woodlands, and dry sclerophyll forests. Its leaves are heart-shaped and have a toothed margin. The flowers are purple and have five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Viola danielae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is a great choice for xeriscaping and can be used as a hedge or screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Viola danielae is a small, purple, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola danielae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Viola danielae

Viola danielae is native to North America, and can be found in the wild in California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.

Viola danielae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola danielae?

Viola danielae

What type of environment does Viola danielae prefer?

Viola danielae prefers humid, tropical environments.

What type of soil does Viola danielae need?

Viola danielae needs well-draining, acidic soil.

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

Pavel Pînzaru: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pînzaru' in the authors string.