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Questions and Answers: 2020

Question: Hello there, I am hoping that it is possible to ID this Violet. I would also like to know if …

  • Question

    Hello there, I am hoping that it is possible to ID this Violet. I would also like to know if it is native. Thank you, SueLB

    Answer

    Dear SueLB, Good afternoon. The violet you have photographed looks like common forms of Viola xbissellii that I see. This is the hybrid of Viola cucullata and V. sororia (in the broad sense). Yes, it is native (a product of two native violets). It characteristically has the large white corolla with a blue-lined interior. Best wishes.