Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
milanae
ID:
508821

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vl.V.Nikitin

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 38: 191 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508153

Common Names

  • Milanae Violet
  • Milanae Viola
  • Viola Milanae

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Description

Viola milanae (also called Milan's Violet, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a low-growing habit and grows to a height of 5–10 cm. It prefers moist soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Viola milanae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viola milanae has small, purple flowers with five petals, and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola milanae is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Viola milanae

Viola milanae is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of Italy, France, and Spain.

Viola milanae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola milanae?

Viola milanae

What is the common name of Viola milanae?

Milan Violet

What are the uses of Viola milanae?

Viola milanae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2605898: Based on the initial data import
Vladimir V. Nikitin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vl.V.Nikitin' in the authors string.