Also known as Cyclamen-Leaf Violet
Viola grypoceras, the Creeping Korean Violet, is a low-growing perennial with attractive foliage and delicate, fragrant purple flowers. Ideal for groundcover and borders.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial shade.
50% intensity
Prefers dappled sunlight or bright, indirect light. Avoid intense direct sun.
Keep soil consistently moist.
50% intensity
Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, moist
50% intensity
Cool to moderate.
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-24°C. Protect from extreme heat and frost.
Light feeding during growing season.
25% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top centimeter of soil feels dry to the touch. In hotter months, this may require more frequent watering.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler periods to prevent root rot.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems at any time. Light pruning after flowering can help prevent excessive seeding and promote a tidier appearance.
Trim back runners if they are spreading too aggressively.
Easily propagated from runners (stolons) or stem cuttings. Layering is also effective; pin a runner to moist soil, and it will root.
Cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in moist potting mix or water. Division of established clumps is also a simple method.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one.
Ensure good drainage holes to prevent water accumulation around the roots.
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Where Creeping Korean Violet (Viola grypoceras) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Violaceae |
| Genus | Viola |
| Species | Viola grypoceras |
Similar in genus Viola
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