Viola odorata subsp. odorata

Viola odorata subsp. odorata · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Viola odorata subsp. odorata, is a fragrant perennial herb celebrated for its sweet, delicate blossoms. Often used in perfumery and traditional herbalism, this woodland plant offers calming properties. Its violet flowers and aromatic leaves provide both aesthetic charm and therapeutic potential in natural wellness practices.

Family
Violaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Viola Odorata Var. Incompta · Viola Odorata F. Lilacina · 68 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Viola odorata subsp. odorata

Synonyms

Sources: Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Malpighiales, it is classified under the family Violaceae and the genus Viola. Specifically, the subspecies odorata represents a distinct taxonomic rank within this botanical lineage.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Malpighiales
Family Violaceae
Genus Viola

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is widely distributed across several regions within Northern Europe. Its presence is well-documented in the coastal and inland areas of Great Britain and Ireland. In the Scandinavian peninsula, the species can be found growing in Denmark, Norway, and Finland. These various locations provide the ideal temperate habitats required for its survival. Consequently, its range spans a significant portion of the northern European landscape.

Region Area
Northern Europe Denmark
Northern Europe Finland
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Ireland
Northern Europe Norway
Northern Europe Sweden
Middle Europe Austria
Middle Europe Belgium
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia
Middle Europe Germany

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Activities

Viola odorata subsp. odorata has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Uterotonic.

Activities reported in Viola odorata subsp. odorata
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Uterotonic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Uterotonic

  1. Fitoterapia