Viola incissecta - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vl.V.Nikitin
Source:
ksu
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 92: 393 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510614
Common Names
- Incissecta Viola
- Incissecta Violet
- Incissecta Pansy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Viola incissecta (also called incised violet, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized herb native to Europe. It has small, ovate-shaped leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils in savannas and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Viola incissecta is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for its antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viola incissecta has white to pale yellow flowers with a yellow centre. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Viola incissecta is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It has glossy green leaves and produces bright, white flowers in summer. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. They should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly until they have rooted. The plants can then be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Viola incissecta
Viola incissecta is native to the mountains of Central Asia. It can be found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.
Viola incissecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola incissecta?
Viola incissecta
What is the common name of Viola incissecta?
Incissecta
What is the family of Viola incissecta?
Violaceae
Species in the Viola genus
Species in the Violaceae family
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References
Vladimir V. Nikitin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vl.V.Nikitin' in the authors string.
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