Viola labradorica

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Viola labradorica

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

Viola conspersa Rchb.


Viola labradorica, commonly known as Labrador Violet or Alpine Violet is an evergreen running herb. It has edible leaves and flowers, but the leaves are sometimes characterized as "wooly" and thus not as desirable for eating.[1]

[edit] References

  1. ^ Jacke, Toensmeier, Edible Forest Gardens Volume One