Status:
valid
Authors:
Vl.V.Nikitin
Source:
ksu
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 86(1): 141 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423523
Common Names
- Viola neglectiformis
- Neglectiform Violet
- Mountain Violet
Description
Viola neglectiformis (also called Neglected Violet, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It has heart-shaped leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It usually grows in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Viola neglectiformis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viola neglectiformis has small, white to purple flowers with five petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are round and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola neglectiformis is a perennial plant that is best grown in partial shade to full shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is also known as the Neglected Violet.
Where to Find Viola neglectiformis
Viola neglectiformis is native to Europe and is found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Viola neglectiformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola neglectiformis?
Viola neglectiformis
What is the common name of Viola neglectiformis?
Neglected violet
What is the natural habitat of Viola neglectiformis?
Mountainous regions
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
Vladimir V. Nikitin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vl.V.Nikitin' in the authors string.