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Wild Violet

Viola sp.

Photo by LaurenZarate
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Field Notes

Description:

Purple and white wild flower growing in a rocky area of the garden. It has broad heart shaped leaves growing close to the ground. May be one of the Dog Violets, also called Wood Violets. Family Violaceae.

Habitat:

San Cristobal de Las Casas, 2,200 meters.

Reference Links:

Common Dog Violet, Viola riviniana - Flowers - NatureGate

Species ID Suggestions

Violet

Viola sp
joanbstanley
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Comments (1)
LaurenZarate
Thank you Joan! I'm thrilled to know there are violets in the garden!

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PublishedJuly 13, 2013

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