Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
violacea
ID:
447790

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


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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.

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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 Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-249988: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Cássio van den Berg (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van den Berg' in the authors string.