Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thymifolia
ID:
1246188

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
tro

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 16: 18 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245526

Common Names

  • Thymeleaf Violet
  • Viola Thymifolia
  • Thymifolia Viola

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Description

Viola thymifolia (also called Thyme-leaved Violet, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in meadows and disturbed areas. It has purple or white flowers and small, round, green fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Viola thymifolia is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and skin diseases. The leaves can be used to make tea and the flowers can be used to make a fragrant oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viola thymifolia has small, white, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viola thymifolia is a fast-growing, perennial that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Propagation is usually done by seeds or cuttings.

Where to Find Viola thymifolia

Viola thymifolia is native to North America and can be found in dry, open areas.

Viola thymifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viola thymifolia?

Viola thymifolia

What is the common name of Viola thymifolia?

Thyme-leaved Violet

What is the natural habitat of Viola thymifolia?

It is native to the eastern United States and Canada.

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,

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