Status:
valid
Authors:
J.M.Watson
Source:
ksu
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Pl. Altoandinas Fl. Silv. Chile : 66 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424805
Common Names
- Viola subandina
- Subandina Viola
- Viola
Description
Viola subandina (also called sub-Andean violet, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant with heart-shaped leaves and white to purple flowers. It is native to the mountains of South America and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Viola subandina is a perennial plant that is native to Central Asia. It is often used in landscaping and can be used to attract pollinators to gardens. The flowers of the plant can also be used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viola subandina has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola subandina is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed sown in spring or autumn, or by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Viola subandina
Viola subandina is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry areas, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.
Viola subandina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola subandina?
Viola subandina
What is the common name of Viola subandina?
Sub-Andean violet
What is the natural habitat of Viola subandina?
Andean mountains
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,