Alpine violet facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Alpine violet |
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Viola (plant)
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labradorica
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Viola labradorica, also known as alpine violet or Labrador violet, is a type of perennial plant. This means it lives for more than two years. You can find it growing naturally in places like Greenland, eastern Canada, and the eastern United States.
What is Viola labradorica used for?
Can you eat Viola labradorica?
Yes, you can eat the leaves and flowers of Viola labradorica. Some people say the leaves can feel a bit "wooly," which might make them less fun to eat.
Is it easy to confuse Viola labradorica with other plants?
Sometimes, a plant called Viola riviniana 'Purpurea Group' is sold in plant shops as Viola labradorica. This Viola riviniana has purple leaves and looks very similar. However, the real Viola labradorica is almost never sold in stores.
Viola riviniana is often grown in gardens as a plant that spreads across the ground. It can also be a house plant. If planted too close to natural areas, it can sometimes spread quickly. When this happens, it might take over the space where native plants usually grow.
