Beautiful Viola Cornuta Flower

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Viola cornuta,commonly known as horned violet or tufted pansy,is a species of flowering plant in the family Violaceae.It is native to the Pyrenees and the mountains of Central and Southern Europe.The name cornuta refers to the horn-like appendages on the petals, which are characteristic of this species.Horned violets are perennial herbs that form low-growing clumps of foliage.The leaves are heart-shaped and usually have toothed edges.The flowers are produced on slender stalks and have five petals.The upper two petals are usually larger and more showy than the lower three.These upper petals are often marked with darker colors or contrasting patterns.Viola cornuta is a popular garden plant due to its attractive flowers and compact growth habit.It is known for its long flowering period,typically blooming from spring to early summer.Some cultivated varieties may also have bicolored or multicolored flowers.