Viola doii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Takenouchi
Source:
ksu
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
J. Nat. Hist. Soc. Fukuoka 2: 194 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423985
Common Names
- Viola doii
- Do's Violet
- Do's Blue Violet
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Viola doii (also called Doi's Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a rosette habit. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Viola doii 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 doii 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 doii is a perennial herb native to Japan. 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 doii
Viola doii can be found in Japan.
Viola doii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola doii?
Viola doii
What is the common name of Viola doii?
Do's Violet
Where is Viola doii found?
Viola doii is found in Japan
Species in the Viola genus
Species in the Violaceae family
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