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Etymology: Viola: a classical Latin name for violets
Plants: erect, perennial, 4"-18" tall forb, with less hairs than Viola pubescens var. pubescens; stems leafy Leaves: 2-4 leaves near the top, usually less than 2 times long as wide, toothed, wide heart-shaped base, plus several long-stalked basal leaves Flowers: yellow, 5-parted, 1"-1 1/2" wide, petals with brownish veins near the base, 2 side petals bearded; solitary, stalked, from the leaf axils; blooms April-June Fruits: capsule Habitat: dry; woods, forests; in rich soil Conservation Status: Native |
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© Wisconsin State Herbarium, UW-Madison
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