Tiny, rich purple flowers that open in early spring above a clump of dense, low growing foliage are the special virtues of this small violet. Each bloom has 5 petals, with a noticeable spur at the base of the lower one. The soft, medium green leaves are heart-shaped with rounded teeth. This violet which spreads both by runners and seeds typically grows no more than 2 to 3 in. (5 to 7.5 cm) tall.
Habitat: woodlands and pastures in part shade to full sun
Scientific name: Viola riviniana
Italian common name: Viola di Rivinus
English common name: Wood violet
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