Rare Plant Field Guide

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Violaceae (Violet Family) Look Alikes: The glassy hairs on the upper leaf surfaces distinguish this species. Flowering/Fruiting Period: Flowers in May-June. Habitat: Cold mountain forests; moist woods and thickets. Elev. 8500- 9100 ft. Photo Copyright © 1999 by S. Spackman Distribution: British Columbia east to Greenland, south to Washington and New Mexico; in Colorado in Douglas and Larimer Cos. References: Baird 1942; Brainerd 1921; Great Plains Flora Association 1986; Hultén 1968; Welsh 1974. Please send comments to: Colorado Natural Heritage Program 254 General Services Building, Colorado State University · Fort Collins, CO 80523 · (970) 491-2992