This fibrous rooted stoloniferous perennial has a spreading habit with stems that take root. It has glossy dark green kidney shaped leaves and the profuse white or violet funnel-shaped flowers stand erect above the foliage and appear from spring to summer.

Hardiness zones 8 to 10

Viola hederacea is naturally found from Australia growing on the east coast and extending to Malaysia. It prefers a well drained moderately fertile moist soil in a semi shaded protected position and is frost hardy but drought tender.

Native Violet is grown for its spreading habit and flowers. It is planted in small gardens between stepping stones or as a ground cover and is used in rockeries as a spill-over. It is also planted in hanging baskets or pots and establishes in one season. The tiny flower is are used in floral arrangements and the plant is used for soil binding on embankments. This plant tolerates neglect, second-line salt and limey soils and can be grown in swampy conditions with low light. ID 286

Viola(VEE-o-la) hederacea(he-de-RAH-kee-a)

'Viola': Latin name for the violet; 'hederacea' like hedera (refers to its spreading habit).

Violaceae(vy-oh-LAY-see-ee)
Violet Family