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Species Details
Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium Read more about this collection »
LeavesOval to heart-shaped at base; hairless; rounded to saw-like teeth on margin; dark green; lay on ground; persist during winter (Moss, 1983). Simple leaves (Simpson, 2010). 1.5-4 cm long, 2-4 cm wide; stipules longer than wide (E-Flora BC).
FlowersPetals yellow; purple veined at base; bared on stolons (Moss, 1983). Single, axillary flowers in inflorescence; five petals; lower petal 0.5-1.5 cm long with 1-2 mm spur; lower 3 petals purplish-lines; lateral pair petals yellow-bearded; 5 sepals longer than wide (E-Flora BC). 5 stamens; 2 basal bear nectar, extend into spur; 1 pistil; 1 locule in ovary; 3 parietal placentation (Moss, 1983).
Fruits and SeedsSmooth oval capsules; brown seeds (E-Flora BC). Seeds ejected with some force (Moss, 1983).
Scientific Name
Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
Common Name
evergreen violet
General Description
A stemless, stout herb that produces stolons and yellow flowers with leaves that lay flat on the ground (Moss, 1983).
Leaves
Oval to heart-shaped at base; hairless; rounded to saw-like teeth on margin; dark green; lay on ground; persist during winter (Moss, 1983). Simple leaves (Simpson, 2010). 1.5-4 cm long, 2-4 cm wide; stipules longer than…
Oval to heart-shaped at base; hairless; rounded to saw-like teeth on margin; dark green; lay on ground; persist during winter (Moss, 1983). Simple leaves (Simpson, 2010). 1.5-4 cm long, 2-4 cm wide; stipules longer than wide (E-Flora BC).
Flowers
Petals yellow; purple veined at base; bared on stolons (Moss, 1983). Single, axillary flowers in inflorescence; five petals; lower petal 0.5-1.5 cm long with 1-2 mm spur; lower 3 petals purplish-lines; lateral pair…
Petals yellow; purple veined at base; bared on stolons (Moss, 1983). Single, axillary flowers in inflorescence; five petals; lower petal 0.5-1.5 cm long with 1-2 mm spur; lower 3 petals purplish-lines; lateral pair petals yellow-bearded; 5 sepals longer than wide (E-Flora BC). 5 stamens; 2 basal bear nectar, extend into spur; 1 pistil; 1 locule in ovary; 3 parietal placentation (Moss, 1983).
Fruits and Seeds
Smooth oval capsules; brown seeds (E-Flora BC). Seeds ejected with some force (Moss, 1983).
Phenology
Early spring (Turner, 2013).
Notes
2n=24; the rootstock is erect and contains old petiole bases; produces the stolons (Moss, 1983). Distinguishable from other species in the family by lack of stem and leaves lying flat on ground (Johnson et al., 1995).…
2n=24; the rootstock is erect and contains old petiole bases; produces the stolons (Moss, 1983). Distinguishable from other species in the family by lack of stem and leaves lying flat on ground (Johnson et al., 1995). Violets tend to be edible and high in vitamins A and C; leaves and flowers are added to salads, used at potherbs, thickeners or made into teas as well as been used for jelly and soup (Johnson et al., 1995). The rhizomes, fruits and seeds of some violets are poisonous causing stomach and intestinal problems, nervousness and respiratory and circulatory depression (Johnson et al., 1995). The flowers and leaves have been used in the form of a poultice as laxatives for children and to relieve coughs or lung congestion (Johnson et al., 1995).
Range/Distribution
Alberta: SW edge along foothills (Canadensys). CAN (BC); USA (WA, OR, ID, MT, WY) (USDA).
Citation
Page Citation for Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
Page Citation
"Species Details - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz., University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium." University of Alberta Museums Search Site, https://search.museums.ualberta.ca/g/1-8386/12-161163. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
Specimen Information
There are 47 specimens of this Species.
12796 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.; Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet; evergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, Alberta, Jasper National Park, Mount Edith Cavell
Date Collected1939-06-14
62285 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, Alberta, Waterton Lakes National Park, Bertha Lake
Date Collected1930-06-21
37918 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, Alberta, Waterton Lakes National Park, Cameron Lake
Date Collected1971-06-16
62288 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, Alberta, Banff National Park, The Beehive
Date Collected1931-06-23
49194 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, Alberta, Jasper National Park, Bald Hills
Date Collected1970-06-23
12794 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.; Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet; evergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, Alberta, Waterton Lakes National Park, Rowe Creek
Date Collected1953-07-21
76329 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, Alberta, Jasper National Park, Chrome Lake
Date Collected1971-07-15
54815 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, Alberta, Waterton Lakes National Park, Cameron Lake
Date Collected1970-06-05
71780 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, Alberta, The Fortress
Date Collected1974-06-28
12797 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.; Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet; evergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, Alberta, Waterton Lakes National Park, Bertha Lake
Date Collected1935-06-15
103245 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, British Columbia, Blazed Creek
Date Collected1981-05-23
103246 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver Island, Matheson Lake Regional Park, Matheson Lake
Date Collected1981-05-27
62284 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, British Columbia, Yoho National Park, Emerald Lake
Date Collected1947-06-04
62283 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, British Columbia, Kootenay National Park, Sinclair Canyon
Date Collected1947-05-31
38401 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, British Columbia, Fernie
Date Collected1967-06-08
62280 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, British Columbia, Yoho National Park, Emerald Lake
Date Collected1943-07-30
62279 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, British Columbia, Yoho National Park, Emerald Lake
Date Collected1943-07-30
62276 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, British Columbia, Yoho National Park, Yoho Valley
Date Collected1943-07-29
62278 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedEmerald Lake
Date Collected1943-06-08
62282 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: Canada, British Columbia, Gray Creek
Date Collected1947-05-13
12799 - Viola orbiculata Geyer ex Holz.
University of Alberta Vascular Plant Herbarium
Common Nameevergreen violet
Place CollectedNorth America: United States, Idaho, Benewah County
Date Collected1940-04-21