Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 1: 464 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000423340
Common Names
- Viola orphanidis
- Orphanidis Violet
- Orphanidis Viola
Synonyms
- Viola orphanidis pirinica Delip. [unknown]
Description
Viola orphanidis (also called Orphanidis' 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 orphanidis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and rheumatism. It is also used as a dye and for tanning leather.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Viola orphanidis sub. nicolai (Pant.) Valentine
Viola orphanidis sub. crinita Delip.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viola orphanidis flowers are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola orphanidis is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. The plant can be pruned to maintain its shape and size. It is also tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Viola orphanidis
Viola orphanidis is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in grasslands and rocky slopes.
Viola orphanidis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola orphanidis?
Viola orphanidis
What is the family of Viola orphanidis?
Violaceae
What is the common name of Viola orphanidis?
Orphanidis' Violet
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,