Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindl.) Van den Berg & M.W.Chase
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16: 109 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447122
Common Names
- Violet Isabelia
- Violet Broomrape
- Violet Toadflax
Synonyms
- Sophronia violacea Kuntze [unknown]
- Sophronitella violacea Schltr. [unknown]
- Sophronitis violacea Lindl. [unknown]
- Isabelia violacea alba (Barb.Rodr.) F.Barros [unknown]
- Sophronitis violacea alba Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
Description
Isabelia violacea (also called Violet Isabelia, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant with violet flowers and a slender stem. It is native to South America and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Isabelia violacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and asthma.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Isabelia violacea has small, purple flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myristica flocculosa is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Isabelia violacea
Isabelia violacea can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Isabelia violacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isabelia violacea?
Isabelia violacea
What is the common name of Isabelia violacea?
Violet Isabelia
What is the natural habitat of Isabelia violacea?
Isabelia violacea is native to Brazil
Species in the Isabelia genus
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Aa macra,
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Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,