Mountain Pansy
Viola lutea
UK Green ListModerate📍 High fells
Season
Year-round. Flowers June to August.
Best time of day
Any. Upland.
Lake District
The fells. Helvellyn. High ground. That yellow. Or purple. Variable. June to August. Upland specialist. Walk to find them.
UK population
Localised. Upland. Northern England.
Overview
Mountain pansies are variable. Yellow. Or purple. The fells. Helvellyn. High ground. June to August. Upland specialist. You need to walk. Worth it.
At a Glance
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Violaceae |
| Habitat | Upland grassland · Mountain · High fell |
| UK population | Localised. Upland. Northern England. |
| Lake District | The fells. Helvellyn. High ground. That yellow. Or purple. Variable. June to August. Upland specialist. Walk to find them. |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Upland grassland. The fells, Helvellyn, high ground. That yellow. Or purple. Variable. Upland specialist.
Identification
Pansy. Yellow or purple. Variable. Upland. High fell.
Viewing & Photography Tips
The fells. June to August. High ground. Variable colour. Walk to find them.
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.