Redwood violet, Evergreen violet
Viola sempervirens
Family: Violaceae
What it is like
A low spreading plant. It grows 5-10 cm high and spreads 20-45 cm wide. The leaves are broadly oval and pointed. It keeps its leaves. The leaves are 30 mm long and wide and have teeth and are slightly downy. The flowers are yellow and have brown veins. They are 25 mm wide.
There are about 500 Viola species.
Where it is found
It suits hardiness zones 6-9.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, North America, USA
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Flowers, leaves
How it is grown
It is very slow growing.