Viola Arvensis
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Description
Viola Arvensis, commonly known as field pansy or wild pansy, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Viola genus of the Violaceae family. This plant is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa and can be found in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands. Viola Arvensis is known for its small, colorful, and delicate flowers that bloom in early spring and summer. The flowers have five petals that can be purple, blue, yellow, or white, and a spur at the back of the flower.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Violaceae |
| Genus | Viola |
Appearance
Viola Arvensis is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 20cm in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are heart-shaped, toothed, and hairy. The flowers of Viola Arvensis bloom on long, thin stems that rise above the leaves. The petals of the flowers can be purple, blue, yellow, or white, and have dark veins that converge towards the center of the flower. The spur at the back of the flower is shorter than the petals and curves downwards. Viola Arvensis produces small, brown, and round seed capsules that contain many small seeds.
Care Guide
Viola Arvensis is a hardy plant that is easy to grow and care for. Here are some tips on how to take care of Viola Arvensis:
- Water: Viola Arvensis prefers well-draining soil that is evenly moist. Water the plant regularly, especially during dry periods.
- Fertilization: Viola Arvensis does not require fertilization, but you can apply a balanced fertilizer in the spring to encourage growth.
- Soil: Viola Arvensis prefers soil that is rich in organic matter and has a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
- Sunlight: Viola Arvensis prefers partial shade to full sun.
- Hardiness Zones: Viola Arvensis can grow in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Viola Arvensis is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be affected by slugs, snails, and aphids. Slugs and snails can be controlled by removing them by hand or using slug pellets. Aphids can be controlled by spraying the plant with insecticidal soap.
Habitat
Viola Arvensis is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa and can be found in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate partial shade to full sun. Viola Arvensis can be grown in gardens and is an excellent ground cover plant.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Viola Arvensis be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Viola Arvensis can be grown in containers as long as the container has drainage holes and the soil is well-draining.
Q: When should I plant Viola Arvensis?
A: Viola Arvensis can be planted in the spring or fall.
Q: How often should I water Viola Arvensis?
A: Water Viola Arvensis regularly, especially during dry periods. The soil should be evenly moist but not waterlogged.
Q: How tall does Viola Arvensis grow?
A: Viola Arvensis can grow up to 20cm in height.
Related Plants
- Viola odorata (Sweet violet)
- Viola tricolor (Wild pansy)
- Viola cornuta (Horned violet)
References
- Blamey, M., & Grey-Wilson, C. (1989). The illustrated flora of Britain and northern Europe. Hodder & Stoughton.
- Huxley, A., Griffiths, M., & Levy, M. (1992). The new Royal Horticultural Society dictionary of gardening. Macmillan Press.
- Raven, P. H., Evert, R. F., Eichhorn, S. E., & Curtis, H. (2017). Biology of Plants. W.H. Freeman and Company.
