I want to know about a specific purple and white wildflower.?

It is a single blossom per stem, with three lilac colored oval petals centered with white and spots of dark violet. Overlaying these three petals are three more tiny petals, dark violet and appearing curled. There are three short stamens in the center, each with yellow pollen. When the flowers curl up and die, they exude a beautiful deep purplish dye. What is this flower?

I want to know about a specific purple and white wildflower.?
They sound like Snow Glories. We have had these delicate and delightful flowers in our yard for over twenty years. The have spread out over the years and are usually done before the grass needs it's first cutting.



We have some photos at our website-

http://www.gardening-at-the-crossroads.c...
Reply:Is it a passion flower??They come in red also..beautiful!

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