Also known as Blunt-Spurred Violet · Common Dog Violet · Dog Violet
Common Dog-Violet (Viola riviniana) is a native wildflower forming carpets of delicate violet flowers in woodlands and hedgerows.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Thrives in dappled shade or partial sunlight. Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil but dislikes waterlogging.
Well-drained, humus-rich
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures. Tolerates frost.
Low
25% intensity
Benefits from light feeding in spring; avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Generally considered non-toxic to pets and humans, though large ingestions of any plant material can cause mild gastrointestinal upset.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Water thoroughly when the top centimetre of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. In containers, ensure good drainage.
Reduce watering slightly during winter dormancy.
Pruning is usually minimal. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance.
In late autumn or early spring, remove any dead, damaged, or overgrown stems to promote vigorous new growth and prevent disease. This also helps in controlling its spread if needed.
Propagate by division of established clumps in early spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in autumn or early spring, either directly outdoors or in a cold frame.
Germination may be erratic, and seedlings might take a year or two to establish and flower reliably.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years, or when they become root-bound. This is best done in spring or autumn. Use a good quality, well-draining potting mix.
Gently tease out any circling roots before replanting into a slightly larger pot or back into the same one with fresh soil.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Common Dog-Violet (Viola riviniana) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Violaceae |
| Genus | Viola |
| Species | Viola riviniana |
Similar in genus Viola
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