Barcode: CAL0000013978

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Family: VIOLACEAE

Scientific Name: Viola tricolor L.

Collector: A.K. Dutt

Country: India

Uses: It is used as diaphoretic, stimulant and diuretic, used to cure disorders of blood, rheumatism and cutaneous troubles. Decoction made from leaves and flowers is prescribed as an expectorant and is used for asthma, epilepsy,and diseases specially for infants, shows antimicrobial and antimycotic activity. Root purgative and emetic, Infusion treats dysentery in children.