Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
silicestris
ID:
508825

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.R.Thiele & Prober

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Telopea 11: 99 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508157

Common Names

  • Silicestris Violet
  • Silicestris Viola
  • Viola Silicestris

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Description

Viola silicestris (also called Siliceous Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe and western Asia. It has a low-growing habit and grows to a height of 5–10 cm. It prefers moist soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Viola silicestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viola silicestris has small, purple flowers with five petals, and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola silicestris is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Viola silicestris

Viola silicestris is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of Italy, France, and Spain.

Viola silicestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola silicestris?

Viola silicestris

What is the common name of Viola silicestris?

Silky Violet

What are the uses of Viola silicestris?

Viola silicestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

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

Kevin Thiele (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.R.Thiele' in the authors string.
Suzanne Mary Prober (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prober' in the authors string.