Viola dimorphophylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.S.Chen & Q.E.Yang
Source:
tro
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 149: 116 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279135
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Viola dimorphophylla (also called Dimorphic Violet, among many other common names) is an herb native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. It has small, purple flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils in open, dry areas.
Uses & Benefits
Viola dimorphophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge plant, and its foliage is often used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Viola dimorphophylla is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened oval shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.
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Viola dimorphophylla is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape and encourage more flowers.
Where to Find Viola dimorphophylla
Viola dimorphophylla is native to the Himalayan region of India. It can be found in the states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
Viola dimorphophylla FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Viola dimorphophylla?
Viola dimorphophylla is native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.
What is the average size of Viola dimorphophylla?
Viola dimorphophylla typically grows to heights of 10-20 cm.
What are the blooming times of Viola dimorphophylla?
Viola dimorphophylla typically blooms in the spring and summer months.
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 tro-50302369: Based on the initial data import
Qin Er Yang (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.E.Yang' in the authors string.
You Sheng Chen (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.S.Chen' in the authors string.