Viola canadensis
Viola canadensis Canada violet
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A tall (up to 40 cm) stemmed (peduncles arise from leaf axils) violet that likes to grow in clumps and is often present in old forests. White flowers have a distinct yellow spot at the base.
Habitat & Range
Frequent in moist and shady woods, swamps, and ravines.
Present throughout the state except for southeast.
| EMP: | FAC |
|---|---|
| NCNE: | FACU |
Phenology
Flowers from late April to July.
Characteristics
Flowers single on a naked peduncle arising from leaf axils. Five white petals with yellow at the base, two side petals have tufts of short hairs. Purple lines present on three lower petals. Outside of petals is often purple-tinged.
Leaves heart-shaped basal and cauline leaves. Cauline leaves are more elongated than basal.
Fruit oval capsule covered in short hairs, seeds ivory.
Special Characters
Stemmed violet; seeds are ivory.
Plant Codes
S-rank: No rank
G-rank: G5 (Secure)
Viola canadensis Canada violet
Plant Life-Form
Common Names
Viola
