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Viola chamissoniana

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Pmakani or olop Violaceae Endemic to the Hawaiian IslandsEndangeredOahu (Cultivated)There are 7 endemic species of Viola in the Hawaiian Islands of which 6 species & subspecies are considered endangered.The leaves and flowers are edible. The petals are especially tasty. Viola are rich anti-oxidant compounds in the form of beta carotene and ascorbic acid (Vitamin C).nativeplants.hawaii.edu

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