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Etymology: Viola: a classical Latin name for violets
Plants: erect, perennial, 8"-16" tall forb Leaves: basal leaves large, long-stalked, more or less with a heart-shaped base; stem leaves narrower, getting denser toward the top; die back after flowering Flowers: white, 5-parted, 1"-1 1/2" wide, petals yellow at the base, purple tinted, 3 lower petals with purple lines, side petals bearded; solitary from the leaf axils; blooms April-June Fruits: elliptic to oval capsule Habitat: moderate moisture; woods, forests Conservation Status: Native |
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© Wisconsin State Herbarium, UW-Madison
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