Microchirita viola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viola
ID:
749329
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) A.Weber & Rafidah
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 779 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748662
Common Names
- Microchirita Viola
- Violet Microchirita
- Violet Microchirita
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microchirita viola (also called Violet Microchirita, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with bright purple flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the temperate regions of China and is commonly found in meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Microchirita viola is used in traditional medicine as a diuretic, antispasmodic, and to treat digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Microchirita viola is purple and has five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have thin, lance-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microchirita viola is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to India. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water regularly during the growing season and to reduce watering during the winter months. It is also important to fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Microchirita viola
Microchirita viola is native to China and can be found in the Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou provinces.
Microchirita viola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microchirita viola?
Microchirita viola
What is the common name of Microchirita viola?
Violet Microchirita
What is the natural habitat of Microchirita viola?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Microchirita genus
Microchirita viola, Microchirita tubulosa, Microchirita sahyadriensis, Microchirita rupestris, Microchirita oculata, Microchirita mollissima, Microchirita caerulea, Microchirita micromusa, Microchirita marcanii, Microchirita elphinstonia, Microchirita bimaculata, Microchirita barbata, Microchirita aratriformis, Microchirita lavandulacea, Microchirita involucrata, Microchirita sericea, Microchirita hamosa, Microchirita caliginosa, Microchirita prostrata, Microchirita ruthiae, Microchirita purpurea, Microchirita woodii, Microchirita karaketii, Microchirita suddeei, Microchirita albiflora, Microchirita huppatatensis, Microchirita personata, Microchirita hemratii, Microchirita lilacina, Microchirita cristata,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2902988: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.
A.R. Rafidah: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rafidah' in the authors string.