Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusoacuminata
ID:
424041

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Hashim. ex T.Shimizu

Source:
ksu

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nagano Pref. : 1506 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423373

Common Names

  • Viola obtusoacuminata
  • Blunt-tipped Violet
  • Blunt-tipped Viola

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Description

Viola obtusoacuminata (also called Obtuse-acuminate Violet, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Violaceae family. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Caucasus and is found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Viola obtusoacuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viola obtusoacuminata has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola obtusoacuminata is a perennial that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall. Seeds can be sown in the spring or fall and should be lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to 12-15 inches apart.

Where to Find Viola obtusoacuminata

Viola obtusoacuminata is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in grasslands and rocky slopes.

Viola obtusoacuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola obtusoacuminata?

Viola obtusoacuminata

What is the family of Viola obtusoacuminata?

Violaceae

Where is Viola obtusoacuminata found?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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

Tatemi Shimizu (1932-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Shimizu' in the authors string.
Tamotsu Hashimoto (1933-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Hashim.' in the authors string.