Beckwith's Violet (Viola beckwithii)

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Beckwith's violet (Viola beckwithii), also known as the Great Basin violet, is a showy high-elevation wildflower found throughout western North America. Its upper petals are a vivid maroon, whereas the lower white to lavender petals provide a beautiful contrast. The throat of the flower is brilliant yellow with purple to maroon venation.

Beckwith's violet (Viola beckwithii). Focus-stacked for increased depth of field. Martis Creek Wildlife Area, Tahoe National Forest, Sierra Nevada, Placer County, California, USA.
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Beckwith's violet (Viola beckwithii). Martis Creek Wildlife Area, Tahoe National Forest, Sierra Nevada, Placer County, California, USA.
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Beckwith's violet (Viola beckwithii), highly detailed close-up of an individual flower following an afternoon rain shower. Martis Creek Wildlife Area, Tahoe National Forest, Sierra Nevada, Placer County, California, USA.
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Beckwith's violet (Viola beckwithii), single wildflower with a soft, diffused background. Martis Creek Wildlife Area, Tahoe National Forest, Sierra Nevada, Placer County, California, USA.
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Beckwith's violet (Viola beckwithii), record shot of the entire plant. Martis Creek Wildlife Area, Tahoe National Forest, Sierra Nevada, Placer County, California, USA.
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Beckwith's violet (Viola beckwithii), close-up of wildflowers in bloom. Carson Pass, Eldorado National Forest, Sierra Nevada, Alpine County, California, USA.
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Next Plant: Douglas's golden violet (Viola douglasii)

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