Synonymy: Viola canadensis L. var. corymbosa Nutt. ex Torr. & A. Gray
Lower Taxa: Two varieties, but NJ only has var. canadensis
Origin: Native, eastern North America
Habit: Perennial, herbaceous, forb
Habitat: Moist, wooded slopes; rich woods
Range: Bergen, Hunterdon, Mercer and Morris; H, P
Frequency: Rare
Rank/Status: G5T5, S1; Endangered
Wetland Status: Upland
Flowering & Reproduction: late April to July, capsules form in June and later
Comments: Canada Violet is one of many stemmed species of violets in our area. The flowers are white with a yellow center and are violet on the back of the petals. Leaves are ovate, with points at the time and cordate at the base. It grows up to 3 dm tall. Canada Violet grows in rich, wooded slopes. They bloom from late April to July.
Reference Specimen: Holland, Hunterdon Co., D. Snyder #134-2RU, 1978, CHRB
