Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
violaefolia
ID:
132630

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Decne.) Beauverd

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
122 1910

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131959

Common Names

  • Violaefolia Cicerbita
  • Cicerbita Violaefolia
  • Violaefolia Blue-sow-thistle

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Description

Cicerbita violaefolia (also called 'Violet-leaved Bittercress', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cicerbita violaefolia is a flowering plant that is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating digestive issues, fever, and skin infections. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cicerbita violaefolia is a yellow-orange, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cicerbita violaefolia is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame or in a seedbed.

Where to Find Cicerbita violaefolia

Cicerbita violaefolia can be found in Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia.

Cicerbita violaefolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cicerbita violaefolia?

Cicerbita violaefolia

What is the family of Cicerbita violaefolia?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Cicerbita violaefolia?

Europe

Species in the Cicerbita genus

Cicerbita macrophylla, Cicerbita plumieri, Cicerbita pancicii, Cicerbita acuminata, Cicerbita prenanthoides, Cicerbita persica, Cicerbita bourgaei, Cicerbita nuristanica, Cicerbita crambifolia, Cicerbita roborowskii, Cicerbita chiangdaoensis, Cicerbita alpina, Cicerbita deltoidea, Cicerbita crassicaulis, Cicerbita kossinskyi, Cicerbita nepalensis, Cicerbita azurea, Cicerbita sonchifolia, Cicerbita olgae, Cicerbita garrettii, Cicerbita brassicifolia, Cicerbita mulgedioides, Cicerbita madatapensis, Cicerbita songarica, Cicerbita thianschanica, Cicerbita scoparia, Cicerbita boissieri, Cicerbita putii, Cicerbita violaefolia, Cicerbita adenophora, Cicerbita variabilis, Cicerbita racemosa, Cicerbita auriculiformis, Cicerbita zhenduoi, Cicerbita ladyginii, Cicerbita neglecta, Cicerbita astorensis, Cicerbita gilgitensis, Cicerbita benthamii, Cicerbita chitralensis,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-92816: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Gustave Beauverd (1867-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauverd' in the authors string.