Blue Violet, (Viola odorata)

Parts used: Flowers and leaves
Properties
Alterative, antiseptic, antispasmodic, demulcent, expectorant, febrifuge, vulnerary
Primary nutrients
Vitamins A and C
Violet is very effective in healing internal ulcers.  It is also used internally and externally for tumors, boils, abscesses, pimples, swollen glands and malignant growths.  It is found in some alternative treatments for cancer.  The properties of violet leaves and flowers seem to have the ability to reach parts of the body only accessible by the blood and lymphatic fluids.  It is useful to aid the respiratory system and for coughs, sore throats, and asthma.  Violet is also used to treat headaches.  It may help soften hard tumors and cancerous growths.

Primary Applications

Asthma
Bronchitis
Cancer
Colds, head congestion
Coughs
Sinus catarrh
Tumors
Ulcers

Secondary Applications

Breathing difficulty
Gout
Headaches
Sores
Syphilis
Throat, sore