Violet – Downy Yellow
Viola pubescens
| Family | Violet (Violaceae) |
|---|---|
| Bloom | Spring |
| Habitat | Deciduous forest |
| Status | Native |
| Cycle | Perennial |
| Height | 4-12″ |
| Flower | There are usually several yellow flowers per plant. Flowers are 3/4″ wide and made up of 5 petals with several dark purple veins. Each flower grows on its own stalk. |
| Leaf | Leaves are on the same stem with the flower and are hairy, heart-shaped with round teeth. |
| Notes | Stems are also downy. The purple veins are guides or “come-ons” for pollinating insects to get to the pollen. |
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