Home Weed ID Publications Dictionary Links FAQs Login About us		Plant Description: Name: common blue violet Scientific Name: Viola papilionaceae Family: Violaceae Type: Broadleaf Lifecycle: Perennial Habit: This low growing, spreading, perennial flowers from April through June. Leaves: The heart-shaped leaves occur on long petioles arising from the basal crown. Leaves are hairless and have a rounded, toothed margin. Leaf Arrangement: Alternate Characteristics: This plant can be identified by its heart-shaped leaves, purple flowers, and rhizomes. The lowest petal on the flower is also lacking a spur, helping distinguish it from a great-spurred violet. Flower Seed Head: The bluish purple flowers occur on leafless stalks that grow to the same height as the leaves. Each flower has 5 petals, with the lateral petals being bearded or hairy at the base. Seed Fruit: The seeds develop in a three-parted capsule that is capable of ejecting the seeds when ripe. Where Found: This plant can be found in damp soils near woods and meadows. Tolerant of most areas, this plant does not grow in the extreme north or south locations of the United States. Control Options Related Plants Terms and Definitions Additional Images:
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