Violets were already used for medicinal purposes by the ancient Romans, Hippocrates and Hildegard von Bingen. Among others it was known as a hangover remedy. In the 1900s, too, violets were used medicinally and sold in pharmacies.

A violet tea eases the cough

Violets are not poisonous but edible

All types of violets - whether sweet violets, Parma violets, pansies, horned violets, etc. - are non-toxic and edible. But be careful: From a botanical point of view, the African violet does not belong to the plant family of the violet plants. It is poisonous, unlike the species in this family.

Plant parts used, collection time and active ingredients

The leaves, flowers and roots of the violet are used. But in the foreground are the blossomed flowers. The sweet violet in particular is often used for medicinal purposes. Its fragrant flowers are full to the brim with effective substances…

The best time for the violet to be at its peak is when it is in bloom. Then violets are enormously rich in vitamin C, saponins, mucilage and flavonoids, among others. For this reason, it is advisable to collect the violet when it is in bloom (March to May).

What are the effects of violets in and on the body?

Violets, applied externally or internally, affect the body in the following ways:

  • sweaty
  • antibacterial
  • decongestant
  • blood purifying
  • anti-inflammatory
  • antispasmodic
  • diuretic
  • expectorant
  • pain relieving
  • circulation-enhancing
  • heart strengthening
  • cooling
  • softening
  • laxative
  • calming

Areas of application: Violets help with these complaints!

Violets have always been known to have a healing effect on hot illnesses. Ingestion can be helpful for fever, sweating and external ulcers such as abscesses, for example. You can also use violets for the following complaints:

  • gout
  • rheumatism
  • to cough
  • flu
  • difficulty breathing
  • a headache
  • liver problems
  • eye inflammation
  • poor eyesight
  • blurred vision
  • difficulty falling asleep
  • kidney inflammation
  • bladder infections

How to use violets?

Violets work their magic both raw and processed. Here are a few application ideas:

  • Tea e.g. for cough and hoarseness
  • Envelope e.g. in tumors
  • syrup
  • throat lozenges
  • vinegar
  • Ointment e.g. for headaches and ulcers
  • tincture
  • Gargling water e.g. for a sore throat
  • jam
  • smoothies

tips and tricks

Do not consume too much of viola root. Too high a dose can result in vomiting.

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Indoor plants