Viola canina
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Viola canina
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae Division: Magnoliophyta Class: Magnoliopsida Order: Malpighiales Family: Violaceae Genus: Viola Species: V. canina
Binomial name
Viola canina L.

Viola canina (Heath Dog-violet or Heath Violet) is a species of the genus Viola, native to Europe, where it is found in heaths, fens, and moist woodlands, especially on acidic soils.

It is a herbaceous perennial plant growing to 5-15 cm tall. The flowers are pale blue, produced from April to July. Colonies of plants may be extensive.

References

• Blamey, M. & Grey-Wilson, C. (1989). Flora of Britain and Northern Europe. Hodder & Stoughton. ISBN 0-340-40170-2.

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