Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.N.Lee & J.Kim
Source:
ksu
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Korean J. Pl. Taxon. 28: 30 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424990
Common Names
- Viola woosanensis
- Woosanensis Violet
- Woosanensis Viola
Description
Viola woosanensis (also called Woosan violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It has heart-shaped leaves and purple flowers. It is found in moist, open woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Viola woosanensis 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 woosanensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viola woosanensis is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be thinned when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Viola woosanensis
Viola woosanensis can be found in the Himalayas and parts of China.
Viola woosanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viola woosanensis?
Viola woosanensis
What is the common name of Viola woosanensis?
Woosan Violet
What is the natural habitat of Viola woosanensis?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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
J. Kim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Kim' in the authors string.