Status:
valid
Authors:
Vl.V.Nikitin
Source:
ksu
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 92: 385 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510621
Common Names
- Rudolf's Viola
- Rudolf's Violet
- Rudolf's Pansy
Description
Viola rudolfii (also called Rudolf's violet, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized herb native to Europe. It has small, ovate-shaped leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, acidic soils in temperate forests and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Viola rudolfii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viola rudolfii has white to pale yellow flowers with a yellow centre. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola rudolfii is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 15 cm tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Viola rudolfii
Viola rudolfii is native to the mountains of Central Asia. It can be found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.
Viola rudolfii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola rudolfii?
Viola rudolfii
What is the common name of Viola rudolfii?
Rudolfii
What is the family of Viola rudolfii?
Violaceae
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.