and wild violet (Viola sororia or Viola papilionacea), fogfruit (Phyla nodiflora), and sunshine mimosa (Mimosa strigillosa). Similarly, many of the weeds we know and heartily dislike were brought ...

The Viola papilionacea species is common in the eastern half of North America, and its seed-bearing capsules can be used to make tea. Wild violet plants are also known for their medicinal ...