Status:
valid
Authors:
A.M.Powell & Wauer
Source:
ksu
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Sida 14: 1 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423951
Common Names
- Viola Guadalupensis
- Guadalupe Violet
- Guadalupe Pansy
Description
Viola guadalupensis (also called Guadalupe Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a rosette habit. It is native to Mexico and the Caribbean. It is found in moist and shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Viola guadalupensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has also been used to make paper and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Viola guadalupensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola guadalupensis is a perennial herb native to Mexico. 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 guadalupensis
Viola guadalupensis can be found in Mexico.
Viola guadalupensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola guadalupensis?
Viola guadalupensis
What is the common name of Viola guadalupensis?
Guadalupe Violet
Where is Viola guadalupensis found?
Viola guadalupensis is found in Mexico
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
Brent Wauer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wauer' in the authors string.