Horned Violet, Bedding Pansy, Tufted Pansy,

Viola cornuta

Physical Characteristics

Viola cornuta is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

S. W. Europe - Spain, Pyrenees. Occasionally naturalized in Britain.

Habitats

Ground Cover; Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Flowers Leaves Edible Uses: Tea Young leaves and flower buds - raw or cooked[172]. When added to soup they thicken it in much the same way as okra[85, 159]. Flowers - raw[172]. A tea can be made from the leaves[85].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known