Viola (plant)
Viola (plant)
Viola (pronounced: /vaɪˈoʊlə/) is a genus of flowering plants in the violet family Violaceae. It is the largest genus in the family, containing between 525 and 600 species. Most species are found in the temperate Northern Hemisphere; however, some are also found in widely divergent areas such as Hawaii, Australasia, and the Andes.
Etymology
The term "Viola" comes from the Latin word viola, which means "violet". This is in reference to the plant's vibrant purple flowers.
Description
Members of the Viola genus are typically small perennial plants, but they can also be annuals or small shrubs. They are known for their distinct, often fragrant flowers. The flowers of the Viola plant typically have five petals, with the lower petal often being a different color than the others.
Related Terms
- Violet (color): A color that is named after the violet flower, which is a common color of the flowers of the Viola plant.
- Violaceae: The violet family, which the Viola genus is a part of.
- Perennial plant: A type of plant that lives for more than two years. Many species of Viola are perennials.
- Annual plant: A type of plant that completes its life cycle in one year. Some species of Viola are annuals.
- Shrub: A small to medium-sized woody plant. Some species of Viola are shrubs.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Viola (plant)
- Wikipedia's article - Viola (plant)
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