Marsh Violet
Viola palustris
UK Green ListEasy to see📍 Foulshaw Moss
Season
Year-round. Flowers April to June.
Best time of day
Any. Wet ground.
Lake District
Foulshaw Moss. Wet ground. Flush. That pale violet. April to June. Wet feet. Foodplant for small pearl-bordered fritillary. Common. Look for it where the butterflies are.
UK population
Widespread on wet ground.
Overview
Marsh violet has pale flowers. Wet ground. Foulshaw Moss. April to June. Foodplant for small pearl-bordered fritillary. Look for it where the butterflies are. Wet feet.
At a Glance
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Violaceae |
| Habitat | Wet ground · Flush · Bog edge |
| UK population | Widespread on wet ground. |
| Lake District | Foulshaw Moss. Wet ground. Flush. That pale violet. April to June. Wet feet. Foodplant for small pearl-bordered fritillary. Common. Look for it where the butterflies are. |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Wet ground, flush. Foulshaw Moss, the fells. That pale violet. Wet feet. Foodplant for fritillaries.
Identification
Pale violet. Wet ground. April to June. Foodplant for fritillaries.
Viewing & Photography Tips
Wet ground. Foulshaw Moss. April to June. Look for fritillaries. They need the violets.
Conservation Status
UK Green List
This species has a favourable conservation status in the UK and remains an important part of Lake District biodiversity.
Plan your visit to the Lake District
RSPB Haweswater, Grizedale Forest, Leighton Moss. Practical guides to getting there, what to bring, and the best spots for each season.