This is a 4-8 in. violet with large, bright-green, heart-shaped basal leaves just below the deep-yellow, pansy-like flowers. The lateral and lower petals are marked with purple veins
Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: acid and neutral soils.
All members of this genus have more or less edible leaves and flower buds, though those species, such as this one, with yellow flowers can cause diarrhoea if eaten in large quantities