Viola pedatifida PRAIRIE VIOLET

Description:

close up image of Viola pedatifida PRAIRIE VIOLET at the James Woodworth Prairie Preserve - showing a single flower at full bloom, front view, detailing the dark purple 'nectar trails' that guide insects into the throat of the flower.This species is featured in the book Abundant Splendor: Wildflowers of the Tall Grass Prairie, which is now available for purchase. Contact frank@black-sweater-art.com for more information.