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Violet woodsorrel

Oxalis violacea

Description:

This plant emerges in early spring from an underground bulb, and grows to an average height of approximately 7 inches. The three-part leaves have heart-shaped leaflets. It is similar in appearance to small clovers such as the shamrock. The plant bears violet colored flowers above the foliage, during April, May, and June.

Habitat:

Mason Farm Biological Reserve

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Maria dB
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Maria dB

Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA

Spotted on Apr 25, 2014
Submitted on Jul 5, 2014

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