Viola dirphya - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Tiniakou
Source:
ksu
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Candollea 46: 119 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423962
Common Names
- Viola Dirphya
- Dirphya Violet
- Dirphya Pansy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Viola dirphya (also called Dirphyan Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a rosette habit. It is native to the mountains of the Balkan Peninsula. It is found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Viola dirphya has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Viola dirphya is white with yellowish veins, and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Viola dirphya is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It is a low-growing plant, reaching up to 30 cm in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant.
Where to Find Viola dirphya
Viola dirphya can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Viola dirphya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola dirphya?
Viola dirphya
What is the common name of Viola dirphya?
Dirphya Violet
Where is Viola dirphya found?
Viola dirphya is found in Europe
Species in the Viola genus
Species in the Violaceae family
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