Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
declinata
ID:
424684

Status:
valid

Authors:
Waldst. & Kit.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Descr. Icon. Pl. Hung. 3: 248 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424016

Common Names

  • Viola declinata
  • Declined Violet
  • Declined Blue Violet

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Synonyms

  • Viola latisepala Wettst. [unknown]

Description

Viola declinata (also called declining violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky and sandy soils and is found in coastal dunes, sand dunes, and other rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Viola declinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Viola declinata is a small, white or yellowish-white, with five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola declinata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting, make sure to space the plants at least 12 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Viola declinata

Viola declinata can be found in the Caucasus Mountains and Turkey.

Viola declinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola declinata?

Viola declinata

What is the common name of Viola declinata?

Downy Yellow Violet

What is the natural habitat of Viola declinata?

Woodlands, meadows, and grassy 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2460218: Based on the initial data import
Franz de Paula Adam von Waldstein (1759-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Waldst.' in the authors string.
Pál Kitaibel (1757-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit.' in the authors string.