A plant for skin and elimination

The cut top of wild pansy is ideal for skin drainage treatments (acne, eczema, oily skin) and in soothing infusions for the throat and respiratory tract. It is also recommended in blends for children prone to cradle cap or mild digestive irritability.

Description

Dried and cut flowering tops: thin stems, leaves, buds and flowers, pale green to purple in color, light texture, sweet and herbaceous odor, slightly bitter and mucilaginous taste.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Wild pansy
• Latin name: Viola tricolor
• Family: Violaceae
• Part used: Flowering top (upper stem, leaves, flowers)
• Shape: Cut
• Origin: Europe, temperate zones of Asia
• English name: Wild pansy aerial parts
• Name in German: Wildes Stiefmütterchenkraut
• Name in Spanish: Parte aérea de pensemiento
• Name in Italian: Sommità di viola tricolore
• Name in Arabic: الجزء الهوائي من زهرة البنفسج البرية

Main virtues

Depurative, mild diuretic, softening, mild anti-inflammatory, emollient, expectorant.

Main constituents

Flavonoids (violanthin, rutin), mucilages, salicylic acid, tannins, anthocyanins, traces of saponins.

Traditional use and dosage

• Infusion: 1 to 2 teaspoons for 250 ml of simmering water, infuse for 10 to 15 minutes, 2 to 3 times a day for a 3-week course.
• Decoction: 20–30 g/L for external use as a compress on irritated skin, or in a soothing warm bath.
• Association: with burdock, nettle, fumitory, white pansy or red clover.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Well tolerated. Gentle plant, suitable for children and sensitive skin.
• Not recommended in case of known allergy to Violaceae.
• Respect the treatment durations – prolonged use should be monitored in children.

History and use

Wild pansy has been used since the Middle Ages as a skin and blood plant. In rural areas, it was incorporated into spring "cleansing" remedies, cradle cap teas, and eczema poultices. Today, its richness in flavonoids and mucilages makes it valuable in natural cures aimed at skin, lung, and urinary comfort.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: resealable kraft bag or airtight opaque box.
• Storage: away from humidity, light and heat.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months.
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• European pharmacopoeias, works on dermatological phytotherapy
• Popular traditions and family herbalism

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