Other common names:
Large-leaved White Violet Other scientific names: Viola amoena, Viola incognita French names:
Violette agréable Family: Violet Family (Violaceae) Group: Violets Similar species: Kidney-leaved Violet (Viola renifolia) - Leaves are kidney-shaped. Northern White Violet (Viola macloskeyi) - Flowers have a faint scent; grows in wetter conditions. Canada Violet (Viola canadensis) - Flowers much larger, with yellow throat. Flowers: Spring; White Height:
10-30 cm (3-11 in) Habitat: Forests Grows in Sun/Shade:
Shade Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 28 Native/Non-native:
Native Photographs:
117 photographs available, of which 6 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS.
Range Map is at the bottom of the page
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