Status:
valid
Authors:
Vl.V.Nikitin
Source:
ksu
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 86(1): 139 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424634
Common Names
- Viola tichomirovii
- Tichomirovii Viola
- Tichomirovii's Violet
Description
Viola tichomirovii (also called Tichomirov's 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 the Caucasus and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Viola tichomirovii is an ornamental plant that is used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viola tichomirovii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola tichomirovii is a perennial plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a cold frame, and the seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Viola tichomirovii
Viola tichomirovii is native to the Caucasus region. It can be found in dry areas, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.
Viola tichomirovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola tichomirovii?
Viola tichomirovii
What is the family of Viola tichomirovii?
Violaceae
Where can Viola tichomirovii be found?
It is found in the Caucasus and Turkey
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.