vjollcë

Vjollcë is the Albanian name for the genus Viola, which encompasses a diverse group of flowering plants commonly known as violets. These plants are herbaceous, typically perennial, and are recognized for their distinctive, often fragrant, five-petaled flowers. The flowers exhibit a wide range of colors, including the characteristic shades of purple and violet, but also appear in white, yellow, pink, and blue. Violets are found in temperate regions worldwide, thriving in a variety of habitats such as woodlands, meadows, and even alpine environments.

The leaves of violets are generally simple, often heart-shaped or ovate, and grow in a basal rosette or along the stem. Many species are known for their charming, low-growing habit, making them popular in gardens as ground cover or border plants. The genus Viola is part of the Violaceae family. While many species are cultivated for their ornamental value and sweet scent, some violets also have traditional medicinal uses. The exact meaning of "vjollcë" directly relates to the color violet, reflecting the most common hue of the flowers of these plants.