Northern Downy Violet - Viola sagittata var. ovata
The hairy leaves of this plant mark it as Viola sagittata var. ovata. The leaves aren't arrow-shaped or heart-shaped, but more ovalish. It is considered by some to be its own species, Viola fimbriatula.
Habitat: Forest
''Viola sagittata'', commonly called the arrowleaf violet, is a species of flowering plant in the violet family . It is native to the eastern North America in Canada and the United States, where it is widespread. It is found in a variety of natural habitats, but is most common in dry, open communities such as prairies, glades, or woodlands, often in sandy or rocky soil....hieroglyph snipped...
''Viola sagittata'' is an stemless perennial. It can be distinguished from other ''Viola'' in.. more