Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shikokiana
ID:
424842

Status:
valid

Authors:
Makino

Source:
ksu

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 16: 132 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424174

Common Names

  • Viola shikokiana
  • Shikokian Violet
  • Shikokiana Violet

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Description

Viola shikokiana (also called Shikoku violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky and sandy soils and is found in coastal dunes, sand dunes, and other rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Viola shikokiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viola shikokiana has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola shikokiana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be divided with a spade. Replant the divisions immediately.

Where to Find Viola shikokiana

Viola shikokiana is native to Japan and can be found in the wild in the Shikoku area.

Viola shikokiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola shikokiana?

Viola shikokiana

What is the common name of Viola shikokiana?

Shikokiana Violet

What is the natural habitat of Viola shikokiana?

Viola shikokiana is found in the mountains of Japan

Species in the Viola genus

Species in the Violaceae family

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