Status:
valid
Authors:
Wiesb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 30: 190 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424098
Common Names
- Viola hirtiformis
- Hairy-leaved Violet
- Hairy-leaved Blue Violet
Description
Viola hirtiformis (also called the Hairy Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It has small, heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers with yellow centers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as meadows, woodlands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Viola hirtiformis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make herbal tea. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viola hirtiformis has purple flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola hirtiformis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is propagated by seed or division of the rootstock. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.
Where to Find Viola hirtiformis
Viola hirtiformis can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Viola hirtiformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola hirtiformis?
Viola hirtiformis
What type of plant is Viola hirtiformis?
Perennial herb
Where is Viola hirtiformis native to?
Eastern North America
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,