VIOLET (Viola odorata)

DESCRIPTION: The properties in violet leaves and flowers effect where the blood and lymph penetrate. It is used for diffculty in breathing. Violet contains Vitamins A and C. Violet has a sweet scent to it, and the plant comprises of more than 200 species. It's found in tropical regions all over the world. It typically begins blooming in February and concludes in April. It is often a dark purple color, but other times can have a different color. It produces flowers in the spring and fall seasons, but they appear differently.

POTENTIAL BENEFITS: Asthma, bronchitis, colds, head congestion, coughs, sinus catarrh, sore throat, ulcers and whooping cough. This plant contains many antioxidants and it's full of honey. Small dose can be given as a laxative to infants in its syrup form. The syrup can also add flavor to acid medicines.

POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS: None known at this writing.

PARTS USED: Leaves, whole plant, flowers.

GENERAL USAGE: Decoration in cooking; Violet syrup in cooking; perfume

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