Status:
valid
Authors:
S.H.Huang
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 25: 431 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269650
Common Names
- Viola jizushanensis
- Jizushanensis Viola
- Jizushan Viola
Description
Viola jizushanensis (also called Jizu Mountain Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It grows in grassy places and on slopes in alpine meadows, at elevations of 2,000–3,000 m. It has linear, entire leaves and yellowish-white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Viola jizushanensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Viola jizushanensis is a small, purple, and fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, and round seed. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola jizushanensis can be propagated by division or by sowing seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to plant it in a sheltered spot, as it can be damaged by strong winds.
Where to Find Viola jizushanensis
Viola jizushanensis is native to China and can be found in the province of Sichuan.
Viola jizushanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola jizushanensis?
Viola jizushanensis
What type of plant is Viola jizushanensis?
Herb
Where is Viola jizushanensis found?
China
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,