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Viola obtusa

Viola obtusafam. Violaceae
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Overview

Viola obtusa, known as Skip in English and belonging to the Violaceae family, is a perennial plant native to Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. This small, flowering plant thrives in moist conditions and prefers light or partial sun exposure. With a height of only 0.1 meters, it can be found growing in various soil types, including light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay). Both its edible leaves and flowers are used for culinary purposes. Additionally, V. obtusa has a history of medicinal use, making it a versatile plant with both ornamental and practical applications in different settings.

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What is Viola obtusa?

Viola obtusa, known as Skip in English and belonging to the Violaceae family, is a perennial plant native to Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. This small, flowering plant thrives in moist conditions and prefers light or partial sun exposure. With a height of only 0.

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Evening Calm
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Traditional bedtime infusion.
Stress Relief
stress
tincture
Historically used for calming the mind.
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Cultivation

Viola obtusa thrives in partial sun to full sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). This perennial grows up to 0.1 meters tall and can be propagated through division. It is hardy in temperate regions and is native to Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. The edible parts include the flowers and leaves. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist for best growth.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Life cycle
Perennial
Mature size
0.1 m tall
For first-time growers

How to grow Viola obtusa for the first time

8steps

Start with Skip by providing basic care and simple maintenance.

  1. 1

    What you'll need

    A small pot, quality soil, and a sunny spot in your garden.

  2. 2

    Best time to plant

    Plant Skip in early spring or late summer for best results.

  3. 3

    Soil and container prep

    Use well-draining soil with some sand mixed in. Ensure the pot has drainage holes.

  4. 4

    Sowing or transplanting

    Transplant young Skip plants from a nursery or sow seeds directly into the soil, spacing them about 15 cm apart.

  5. 5

    First two weeks

    Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Avoid direct sunlight during this period.

  6. 6

    Ongoing care

    Provide partial shade and regular watering. Fertilize lightly once a month with compost.

  7. 7

    Harvest or pruning

    Prune dead leaves to encourage new growth and remove spent flowers to promote more blooms.

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    Common mistakes

    Overwatering, too much direct sunlight, neglecting to prune, using poor soil, and not providing enough shade.

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Edible & utility

Edible parts:FlowersLeaves
Edible uses: Tea
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Distribution

3 native · 0 introduced
Distribution across1 continent· 3 native
Asia3 regions
native (3)JapanSouth KoreaTaiwan
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See also

8 related
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