Violets (Viola spp.) are seriously underrated native plants! Many folks consider them a weed in their lawn, and put lots of effort and energy into eradicating them. However, violets are actually a good, valuable plant for wildlife. They support over 30 species of native caterpillars (butterfly or moth species) in my area, which is the 5th most for herbaceous plants here! Those caterpillars may become bird food and help move that energy through the food web. They support more caterpillar species