Sweet violet

Viola odorata is a species of the genus Viola native to Europe and Asia, but has also been introduced to North America and Australasia. It is commonly known as Wood Violet, Sweet Violet, English Violet, Common Violet, or Garden Violet. The herb is known as Banafsa, Banafsha or Banaksa in India, where it is commonly used as remedy for sore throat and tonsilitis. The sweet scent of this flower has proved popular throughout the generations particula... More

Scientific name:

  • Viola odorata

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Also known as:

  • Viola odorata,
  • English Violet,
  • Garden Violet,
  • Common Violet,
  • Wood Violet,
  • Banaksa,
  • Banafsha,
  • Banafsa

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