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Synopsis: The Violet is
Stemless
with White To Blue Flowers.
The Leaves are NOT Extremely Hairy,
The Spur is Longer than Thick.
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There are 2 Possible Solutions.
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Comparison 5 A2-K2-L2-M1-N |
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Members of the Violet
family, have colored stripes and highlights that fluoresce in ultraviolet
light. These "decorations" are arranged in a way that may provide
guidance to pollinating insects. Some have both stripes and highlights,
outers have only stripes. |
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Are The Lateral Petals Bearded?
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(N1), Lateral Petals Are Bearded
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(N2), Lateral Petals NOT Bearded
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Or you can bypass the key and go directly to
any of the species below
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(1 Possibility)
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(1 Possibility)
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By Gary W. Sherwin
Compiled From A Key By Harvey Ballard
Originally Published In
Plants of Pennsylvania
© 2001 The American Violet Society All Rights Reserved
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