Striped Cream Violet

Striped Cream Violet [Viola striata] found on White Pine Drive on 16 April 2014. It’s a member of the Violet (Violaceae) family. Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide, pages 56-57, says it blooms in spring and grows in low woods and moist meadows. It’s also known as Pale or Cream Violet.

USDA Plants Listing: Viola striata

Striped Cream Violet on White Pine - 16 April 2014

Striped Cream Violet on White Pine – 16 April 2014

Striped Cream Violet (detail) - 16 April 2014

Striped Cream Violet (detail) – 16 April 2014