Wild pansy

Wild pansy (Viola bicolor)

Wild pansy, also known as American field pansy, Johnny jump-up violet

The long-spurred violet (Viola rostrata) is the sole native North American violet of the genus Viola that features petals extending beyond the sepals. Notably, this plant produces cleistogamous flowers, which self-pollinate without opening.

Key Facts About Wild pansy

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Attributes of Wild pansy

Lifespan
Annual, Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
15 cm
Spread
20 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
1.3 cm
Flower Color
White Purple

Scientific Classification of Wild pansy

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Malpighiales
Family
Violet
Genus
Violets
Species
Wild pansy