Plant note · Mount Smolikas
Viola albanica
A focused field note for an alpine Balkan violet, with habitat context and the observations needed for a careful photographic record.
Plant
Recognising Viola albanica
Begin with the whole plant and its growth form, then compare leaves, stems, flowers and any fruit. The route label provides a useful starting point, while a complete record supports verification against a current flora.
Habitat
Where the observation belongs
This plant is associated with open high-mountain ground influenced by local substrate. Record shade, moisture, substrate, elevation and nearby vegetation so the photograph remains ecologically meaningful.
Field method
Make the image useful
Include leaf and stipule detail, flower profile and bedrock in the record. Mountain violets are easily confused when only a frontal flower image is available.