Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
violaceus
ID:
389372

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pomel

Source:
ksu

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mat. Fl. Atl. 2: 301 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388704



Common Names

  • Violaceus Broomrape
  • Violaceus Stickweed
  • Violaceus Cancer-root


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Description

Odontites violaceus (also called violet toothwort, among many other common names) is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It is usually found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Odontites violaceus has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used for its ornamental value in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Odontites violaceus is a pinkish-purple, tubular corolla with four lobes. The seed is a small, dark brown, four-angled nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a thin, upright stem and a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontites violaceus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Odontites violaceus

Odontites violaceus is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sunny habitats.

Odontites violaceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontites violaceus?

Odontites violaceus

What is the common name of Odontites violaceus?

Violet Toothwort

What is the natural habitat of Odontites violaceus?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures in Europe

Species in the Odontites genus

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Auguste Pomel (1821-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pomel' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:806461-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].