Evidence supporting the use of: Sweet Violet
For the health condition: Bites and Stings

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Sweet Violet (Viola odorata) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, including for the topical treatment of bites and stings. In various European folk remedies, the leaves and flowers were applied as poultices to soothe inflamed skin, reduce swelling, and provide relief from minor irritations such as insect bites and stings. The rationale behind this traditional use is likely due to the plant’s known anti-inflammatory and mild analgesic properties, which are referenced in old herbal texts and ethnobotanical surveys. However, while Sweet Violet does contain compounds such as salicylic acid derivatives and flavonoids that theoretically could have anti-inflammatory effects, there is currently very limited direct scientific research validating its efficacy specifically for bites and stings. Most modern herbal compendia mention its historical use, but clinical studies or robust pharmacological investigations are lacking. Thus, while the use of Sweet Violet for bites and stings is supported by traditional evidence, scientific validation is minimal, and the strength of evidence is low.

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