Plant Information

Common Name: SWEET VIOLET
Scientific Name: Viola odorata

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R85.00

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Description

• Perennial
• Small semi-evergreen perennial.
• Tufts of ovate to heart-shaped leaves.
• Dainty dark purple, sweetly scented flowers from late winter to spring.
• Full sun or semi shade.
• Fully hardy.

Culinary Uses

• Edible flowers - add to salads, vinegar, ices, syrups, pudding and jellies.
• Candy for decoration.

Parts Used

• Whole plant. Leaves, flowers and root.

Medicinal Uses. It is said that

• Rich in vitamin C and A.
• Cleanses toxins.
• Anti-cancer - cancer of breast, stomach, lungs and digestive tract.
• Treat arthritis.
• Expectorant: respiratory ailments - congestion, coughing and sore throat.
• Natural aspirin - help headaches, body pains, is a sedative.
• Antiseptic - gargle for mouth / throat infection.
• Tea with dried root is a laxative.
• Tea with whole plant treat digestive disorders.
• Externally:
• Poultice reduce swelling, skin infection, inflammation, hemorrhoids, skin cancer and growths.
• Wash for eczema and rashes.
• Bath additive.

The information contained within this website is for educational purposes only. This site merely recounts the traditional uses of specific plants as recorded through history. Always seek advice from a medical practitioner.

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