Western Canada Violet

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Canadian White Violet, Creepingroot Violet, Wood Violet

Western Canada Violets (viola rugulosa) are much taller (10-20 in) than other North American violets with heart-shaped leaves up to 3 in wide. The small white flowers have a yellow throat and the veins and back side of the petals is pink-purple.

Western Canada Violets can be found in damp woody areas across Canada and the northern United States, including Alaska. They flower from April to September.

Did you know? Western Canada Violets spread rapidly via their roots and are often found in clumps.

See Also: Crowfoot Violet, Downy Yellow Violet, Early Blue Violet, Northern Bog Violet