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Herb Pharm's Violet/Viola tricolor 4 oz $42.9 4 oz Violet/Viola tricolor Extract We prepare our Violet Extract from fresh (undried) flowering Viola tricolor plants which are Certified Organically Grown on our own farm without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides.To assure optimal extraction of Violet's bioactive compounds, the plants are handharvested only when in full-flower, and are then taken directly to our laboratory and promptly extracted while still fresh and succulent.Our Violet is never fumigated or irradiated.Fresh herb / menstruum ratio: 1 : 1Contains certified organic grain alcohol & Violet extractives.Suggested use:SHAKE WELL BEFORE USINGTwo to five times per day take 30 to 40 drops in a little water.

Herb Pharm's Violet/Viola tricolor 8 oz $81.4 8 oz Violet/Viola tricolor Extract We prepare our Violet Extract from fresh (undried) flowering Viola tricolor plants which are Certified Organically Grown on our own farm without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides.To assure optimal extraction of Violet's bioactive compounds, the plants are handharvested only when in full-flower, and are then taken directly to our laboratory and promptly extracted while still fresh and succulent.Our Violet is never fumigated or irradiated.Fresh herb / menstruum ratio: 1 : 1Contains certified organic grain alcohol & Violet extractives.Suggested use:SHAKE WELL BEFORE USINGTwo to five times per day take 30 to 40 drops in a little water.

Herb Pharm's Violet/Viola tricolor 1 oz $11.3 1 oz Violet/Viola tricolor Extract We prepare our Violet Extract from fresh (undried) flowering Viola tricolor plants which are Certified Organically Grown on our own farm without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides.To assure optimal extraction of Violet's bioactive compounds, the plants are handharvested only when in full-flower, and are then taken directly to our laboratory and promptly extracted while still fresh and succulent.Our Violet is never fumigated or irradiated.Fresh herb / menstruum ratio: 1 : 1Contains certified organic grain alcohol & Violet extractives.Suggested use:SHAKE WELL BEFORE USINGTwo to five times per day take 30 to 40 drops in a little water.

Violet (Viola tricolor; Heartsease) Powder 1 lb bottle: HE $44.16 This herb is BULK DISCOUNTED in our 10 lb & 25 lb bulk packs. To find the bulk packs, just copy and paste the herb name into our Search, or refer to our Bulk By The Kilo & Ton category. We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose ''00'' capsules for all of our encapsulated products. We offer both bulk powder and capsules. Obviously our bulk bottles are bulk powder, not capsules, but the capsule weight is included to give you a way of judging the recommended dosage. Violet (Heartsease) - Botanical Powder -- Approximately 600 mg. each capsule. 1/2 teaspoon of powder is about equal to one capsule. Powder can be consumed by sprinkling it over your food or mixing it with a syrup such as maple or chocolate. You could also mix it with orange juice. The citric acid in the orange juice will help to mask any unpleasant powder tastes. Other common names: Pansy, Field Pansy, Garden Violet, Wild Pansy, Johnny Jumper, Johnny-Jump-Up, Jupiter, Stepmother, Ladies' Delight, Herbe de Pensee Sauvage Heartsease may be a colorful addition to our salad bowls and ancient love potions, but more importantly, Heartsease is a soothing expectorant that has been used to treat lung problems (bronchitis, dry cough and asthma), as well as numerous skin problems (diaper rash, cradle cap and weeping eczema). History: Heartsease is a pretty flower that is native to Europe and is widely cultivated as a garden ornamental, but it also grows wild in fields, meadows and along forest edges in the temperate regions of North America, Asia and Europe. Heartsease (or Pansy, as it is sometimes called) is occasionally referred to as a cultivated weed with hollow stems, bearing lanceolate leaves and solitary flowers of yellow, blue-violet; or it may be dual-colored with white. The plant thrives in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade and flowers from May to September, growing to a height of about fifteen inches. One of Heartsease's common names, Pansy, is thought to be derived from the French word, penser, which means ''to think,'' and the flower's three colors (purple, yellow and white) stand for ''memories, loving thoughts and souvenirs,'' all of which ease the hearts of separated lovers, recalling the flower's name, Heartsease. It is a member of the violet family, and its use in herbal medicine may be traced to ancient times. Homer told us that Athenians used Heartsease to moderate anger, while the Roman, Pliny, recommended it to prevent headaches and dizziness, and it was also used in love potions. In Gerard's ''Herball'' of 1597, he recommended Heartsease for infantile convulsions and for chest and lung inflammations, as well as for scabs, itching and ulcers - uses that are continued in herbal medicine to this very day. It is interesting to note that the Chinese used Heartsease in herbal medicines throughout history in all the same ways as they were employed in the West. In the seventeenth century, North American tribes t

Violet (Viola tricolor; Heartsease) Powder 10 lb box: HE $397.44 This is our BULK DISCOUNTED 10 lb plastic-lined cardboard bulk pack. We also have this herb at a further discount in our 25 lb pack, and in 1 lb bottles and capsules. To find the other pack sizes, just copy and paste the herb name into our Search. We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose ''00'' capsules for all of our encapsulated products. We offer both bulk powder and capsules. Obviously our bulk bottles are bulk powder, not capsules, but the capsule weight is included to give you a way of judging the recommended dosage. Violet (Heartsease) - Botanical Powder -- Approximately 600 mg. each capsule. 1/2 teaspoon of powder is about equal to one capsule. Powder can be consumed by sprinkling it over your food or mixing it with a syrup such as maple or chocolate. You could also mix it with orange juice. The citric acid in the orange juice will help to mask any unpleasant powder tastes. Other common names: Pansy, Field Pansy, Garden Violet, Wild Pansy, Johnny Jumper, Johnny-Jump-Up, Jupiter, Stepmother, Ladies' Delight, Herbe de Pensee Sauvage Heartsease may be a colorful addition to our salad bowls and ancient love potions, but more importantly, Heartsease is a soothing expectorant that has been used to treat lung problems (bronchitis, dry cough and asthma), as well as numerous skin problems (diaper rash, cradle cap and weeping eczema). History: Heartsease is a pretty flower that is native to Europe and is widely cultivated as a garden ornamental, but it also grows wild in fields, meadows and along forest edges in the temperate regions of North America, Asia and Europe. Heartsease (or Pansy, as it is sometimes called) is occasionally referred to as a cultivated weed with hollow stems, bearing lanceolate leaves and solitary flowers of yellow, blue-violet; or it may be dual-colored with white. The plant thrives in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade and flowers from May to September, growing to a height of about fifteen inches. One of Heartsease's common names, Pansy, is thought to be derived from the French word, penser, which means ''to think,'' and the flower's three colors (purple, yellow and white) stand for ''memories, loving thoughts and souvenirs,'' all of which ease the hearts of separated lovers, recalling the flower's name, Heartsease. It is a member of the violet family, and its use in herbal medicine may be traced to ancient times. Homer told us that Athenians used Heartsease to moderate anger, while the Roman, Pliny, recommended it to prevent headaches and dizziness, and it was also used in love potions. In Gerard's ''Herball'' of 1597, he recommended Heartsease for infantile convulsions and for chest and lung inflammations, as well as for scabs, itching and ulcers - uses that are continued in herbal medicine to this very day. It is interesting to note that the Chinese used Heartsease in herbal medicines throughout history in all the same ways as they were employed in

Violet (Viola tricolor; Heartsease) Powder 25 lb box: HE $938.95 This is our BULK DISCOUNTED 25 lb plastic-lined cardboard bulk pack. We also have this herb in our 10 lb bulk pack, and in 1 lb bottles and capsules. To find the other pack sizes, just copy and paste the herb name into our Search. We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose ''00'' capsules for all of our encapsulated products. We offer both bulk powder and capsules. Obviously our bulk bottles are bulk powder, not capsules, but the capsule weight is included to give you a way of judging the recommended dosage. Violet (Heartsease) - Botanical Powder -- Approximately 600 mg. each capsule. 1/2 teaspoon of powder is about equal to one capsule. Powder can be consumed by sprinkling it over your food or mixing it with a syrup such as maple or chocolate. You could also mix it with orange juice. The citric acid in the orange juice will help to mask any unpleasant powder tastes. Other common names: Pansy, Field Pansy, Garden Violet, Wild Pansy, Johnny Jumper, Johnny-Jump-Up, Jupiter, Stepmother, Ladies' Delight, Herbe de Pensee Sauvage Heartsease may be a colorful addition to our salad bowls and ancient love potions, but more importantly, Heartsease is a soothing expectorant that has been used to treat lung problems (bronchitis, dry cough and asthma), as well as numerous skin problems (diaper rash, cradle cap and weeping eczema). History: Heartsease is a pretty flower that is native to Europe and is widely cultivated as a garden ornamental, but it also grows wild in fields, meadows and along forest edges in the temperate regions of North America, Asia and Europe. Heartsease (or Pansy, as it is sometimes called) is occasionally referred to as a cultivated weed with hollow stems, bearing lanceolate leaves and solitary flowers of yellow, blue-violet; or it may be dual-colored with white. The plant thrives in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade and flowers from May to September, growing to a height of about fifteen inches. One of Heartsease's common names, Pansy, is thought to be derived from the French word, penser, which means ''to think,'' and the flower's three colors (purple, yellow and white) stand for ''memories, loving thoughts and souvenirs,'' all of which ease the hearts of separated lovers, recalling the flower's name, Heartsease. It is a member of the violet family, and its use in herbal medicine may be traced to ancient times. Homer told us that Athenians used Heartsease to moderate anger, while the Roman, Pliny, recommended it to prevent headaches and dizziness, and it was also used in love potions. In Gerard's ''Herball'' of 1597, he recommended Heartsease for infantile convulsions and for chest and lung inflammations, as well as for scabs, itching and ulcers - uses that are continued in herbal medicine to this very day. It is interesting to note that the Chinese used Heartsease in herbal medicines throughout history in all the same ways as they were employed in the West. In the

Violet (Viola tricolor; Heartsease) Powder 1/2 lb bottle: HE $24.58 This herb is BULK DISCOUNTED in our 10 lb & 25 lb bulk packs. To find the bulk packs, just copy and paste the herb name into our Search, or refer to our Bulk By The Kilo & Ton category. We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose ''00'' capsules for all of our encapsulated products. We offer both bulk powder and capsules. Obviously our bulk bottles are bulk powder, not capsules, but the capsule weight is included to give you a way of judging the recommended dosage. Violet (Heartsease) - Botanical Powder -- Approximately 600 mg. each capsule. 1/2 teaspoon of powder is about equal to one capsule. Powder can be consumed by sprinkling it over your food or mixing it with a syrup such as maple or chocolate. You could also mix it with orange juice. The citric acid in the orange juice will help to mask any unpleasant powder tastes. Other common names: Pansy, Field Pansy, Garden Violet, Wild Pansy, Johnny Jumper, Johnny-Jump-Up, Jupiter, Stepmother, Ladies' Delight, Herbe de Pensee Sauvage Heartsease may be a colorful addition to our salad bowls and ancient love potions, but more importantly, Heartsease is a soothing expectorant that has been used to treat lung problems (bronchitis, dry cough and asthma), as well as numerous skin problems (diaper rash, cradle cap and weeping eczema). History: Heartsease is a pretty flower that is native to Europe and is widely cultivated as a garden ornamental, but it also grows wild in fields, meadows and along forest edges in the temperate regions of North America, Asia and Europe. Heartsease (or Pansy, as it is sometimes called) is occasionally referred to as a cultivated weed with hollow stems, bearing lanceolate leaves and solitary flowers of yellow, blue-violet; or it may be dual-colored with white. The plant thrives in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade and flowers from May to September, growing to a height of about fifteen inches. One of Heartsease's common names, Pansy, is thought to be derived from the French word, penser, which means ''to think,'' and the flower's three colors (purple, yellow and white) stand for ''memories, loving thoughts and souvenirs,'' all of which ease the hearts of separated lovers, recalling the flower's name, Heartsease. It is a member of the violet family, and its use in herbal medicine may be traced to ancient times. Homer told us that Athenians used Heartsease to moderate anger, while the Roman, Pliny, recommended it to prevent headaches and dizziness, and it was also used in love potions. In Gerard's ''Herball'' of 1597, he recommended Heartsease for infantile convulsions and for chest and lung inflammations, as well as for scabs, itching and ulcers - uses that are continued in herbal medicine to this very day. It is interesting to note that the Chinese used Heartsease in herbal medicines throughout history in all the same ways as they were employed in the West. In the seventeenth century, North American tribes t

Violet (Viola tricolor; Heartsease) Powder 1/4 lb bottle: HE $14.79 This herb is BULK DISCOUNTED in our 10 lb & 25 lb bulk packs. To find the bulk packs, just copy and paste the herb name into our Search, or refer to our Bulk By The Kilo & Ton category. We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose ''00'' capsules for all of our encapsulated products. We offer both bulk powder and capsules. Obviously our bulk bottles are bulk powder, not capsules, but the capsule weight is included to give you a way of judging the recommended dosage. Violet (Heartsease) - Botanical Powder -- Approximately 600 mg. each capsule. 1/2 teaspoon of powder is about equal to one capsule. Powder can be consumed by sprinkling it over your food or mixing it with a syrup such as maple or chocolate. You could also mix it with orange juice. The citric acid in the orange juice will help to mask any unpleasant powder tastes. Other common names: Pansy, Field Pansy, Garden Violet, Wild Pansy, Johnny Jumper, Johnny-Jump-Up, Jupiter, Stepmother, Ladies' Delight, Herbe de Pensee Sauvage Heartsease may be a colorful addition to our salad bowls and ancient love potions, but more importantly, Heartsease is a soothing expectorant that has been used to treat lung problems (bronchitis, dry cough and asthma), as well as numerous skin problems (diaper rash, cradle cap and weeping eczema). History: Heartsease is a pretty flower that is native to Europe and is widely cultivated as a garden ornamental, but it also grows wild in fields, meadows and along forest edges in the temperate regions of North America, Asia and Europe. Heartsease (or Pansy, as it is sometimes called) is occasionally referred to as a cultivated weed with hollow stems, bearing lanceolate leaves and solitary flowers of yellow, blue-violet; or it may be dual-colored with white. The plant thrives in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade and flowers from May to September, growing to a height of about fifteen inches. One of Heartsease's common names, Pansy, is thought to be derived from the French word, penser, which means ''to think,'' and the flower's three colors (purple, yellow and white) stand for ''memories, loving thoughts and souvenirs,'' all of which ease the hearts of separated lovers, recalling the flower's name, Heartsease. It is a member of the violet family, and its use in herbal medicine may be traced to ancient times. Homer told us that Athenians used Heartsease to moderate anger, while the Roman, Pliny, recommended it to prevent headaches and dizziness, and it was also used in love potions. In Gerard's ''Herball'' of 1597, he recommended Heartsease for infantile convulsions and for chest and lung inflammations, as well as for scabs, itching and ulcers - uses that are continued in herbal medicine to this very day. It is interesting to note that the Chinese used Heartsease in herbal medicines throughout history in all the same ways as they were employed in the West. In the seventeenth century, North American tribes t

Violet (Viola tricolor; Heartsease) 360 vegicap bottle: HE $58.99 We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose ''00'' capsules for all of our encapsulated products. We offer both bulk powder and capsules. Obviously our bulk bottles are bulk powder, not capsules, but the capsule weight is included to give you a way of judging the recommended dosage. Violet (Heartsease) - Botanical Powder -- Approximately 600 mg. each capsule. 1/2 teaspoon of powder is about equal to one capsule. Powder can be consumed by sprinkling it over your food or mixing it with a syrup such as maple or chocolate. You could also mix it with orange juice. The citric acid in the orange juice will help to mask any unpleasant powder tastes. Other common names: Pansy, Field Pansy, Garden Violet, Wild Pansy, Johnny Jumper, Johnny-Jump-Up, Jupiter, Stepmother, Ladies' Delight, Herbe de Pensee Sauvage Heartsease may be a colorful addition to our salad bowls and ancient love potions, but more importantly, Heartsease is a soothing expectorant that has been used to treat lung problems (bronchitis, dry cough and asthma), as well as numerous skin problems (diaper rash, cradle cap and weeping eczema). History: Heartsease is a pretty flower that is native to Europe and is widely cultivated as a garden ornamental, but it also grows wild in fields, meadows and along forest edges in the temperate regions of North America, Asia and Europe. Heartsease (or Pansy, as it is sometimes called) is occasionally referred to as a cultivated weed with hollow stems, bearing lanceolate leaves and solitary flowers of yellow, blue-violet; or it may be dual-colored with white. The plant thrives in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade and flowers from May to September, growing to a height of about fifteen inches. One of Heartsease's common names, Pansy, is thought to be derived from the French word, penser, which means ''to think,'' and the flower's three colors (purple, yellow and white) stand for ''memories, loving thoughts and souvenirs,'' all of which ease the hearts of separated lovers, recalling the flower's name, Heartsease. It is a member of the violet family, and its use in herbal medicine may be traced to ancient times. Homer told us that Athenians used Heartsease to moderate anger, while the Roman, Pliny, recommended it to prevent headaches and dizziness, and it was also used in love potions. In Gerard's ''Herball'' of 1597, he recommended Heartsease for infantile convulsions and for chest and lung inflammations, as well as for scabs, itching and ulcers - uses that are continued in herbal medicine to this very day. It is interesting to note that the Chinese used Heartsease in herbal medicines throughout history in all the same ways as they were employed in the West. In the seventeenth century, North American tribes treated boils and swellings with Heartsease, and by the late 1800s, it was being employed as a remedy for a variety of skin diseases, such as scabies. Heartsease was once included in the Un

Violet (Viola tricolor; Heartsease) 60 vegicap bottle: HE $12.35 We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose ''00'' capsules for all of our encapsulated products. We offer both bulk powder and capsules. Obviously our bulk bottles are bulk powder, not capsules, but the capsule weight is included to give you a way of judging the recommended dosage. Violet (Heartsease) - Botanical Powder -- Approximately 600 mg. each capsule. 1/2 teaspoon of powder is about equal to one capsule. Powder can be consumed by sprinkling it over your food or mixing it with a syrup such as maple or chocolate. You could also mix it with orange juice. The citric acid in the orange juice will help to mask any unpleasant powder tastes. Other common names: Pansy, Field Pansy, Garden Violet, Wild Pansy, Johnny Jumper, Johnny-Jump-Up, Jupiter, Stepmother, Ladies' Delight, Herbe de Pensee Sauvage Heartsease may be a colorful addition to our salad bowls and ancient love potions, but more importantly, Heartsease is a soothing expectorant that has been used to treat lung problems (bronchitis, dry cough and asthma), as well as numerous skin problems (diaper rash, cradle cap and weeping eczema). History: Heartsease is a pretty flower that is native to Europe and is widely cultivated as a garden ornamental, but it also grows wild in fields, meadows and along forest edges in the temperate regions of North America, Asia and Europe. Heartsease (or Pansy, as it is sometimes called) is occasionally referred to as a cultivated weed with hollow stems, bearing lanceolate leaves and solitary flowers of yellow, blue-violet; or it may be dual-colored with white. The plant thrives in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade and flowers from May to September, growing to a height of about fifteen inches. One of Heartsease's common names, Pansy, is thought to be derived from the French word, penser, which means ''to think,'' and the flower's three colors (purple, yellow and white) stand for ''memories, loving thoughts and souvenirs,'' all of which ease the hearts of separated lovers, recalling the flower's name, Heartsease. It is a member of the violet family, and its use in herbal medicine may be traced to ancient times. Homer told us that Athenians used Heartsease to moderate anger, while the Roman, Pliny, recommended it to prevent headaches and dizziness, and it was also used in love potions. In Gerard's ''Herball'' of 1597, he recommended Heartsease for infantile convulsions and for chest and lung inflammations, as well as for scabs, itching and ulcers - uses that are continued in herbal medicine to this very day. It is interesting to note that the Chinese used Heartsease in herbal medicines throughout history in all the same ways as they were employed in the West. In the seventeenth century, North American tribes treated boils and swellings with Heartsease, and by the late 1800s, it was being employed as a remedy for a variety of skin diseases, such as scabies. Heartsease was once included in the Un

Violet (Viola tricolor; Heartsease) 600 vegicap bottle: HE $93.43 We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose ''00'' capsules for all of our encapsulated products. We offer both bulk powder and capsules. Obviously our bulk bottles are bulk powder, not capsules, but the capsule weight is included to give you a way of judging the recommended dosage. Violet (Heartsease) - Botanical Powder -- Approximately 600 mg. each capsule. 1/2 teaspoon of powder is about equal to one capsule. Powder can be consumed by sprinkling it over your food or mixing it with a syrup such as maple or chocolate. You could also mix it with orange juice. The citric acid in the orange juice will help to mask any unpleasant powder tastes. Other common names: Pansy, Field Pansy, Garden Violet, Wild Pansy, Johnny Jumper, Johnny-Jump-Up, Jupiter, Stepmother, Ladies' Delight, Herbe de Pensee Sauvage Heartsease may be a colorful addition to our salad bowls and ancient love potions, but more importantly, Heartsease is a soothing expectorant that has been used to treat lung problems (bronchitis, dry cough and asthma), as well as numerous skin problems (diaper rash, cradle cap and weeping eczema). History: Heartsease is a pretty flower that is native to Europe and is widely cultivated as a garden ornamental, but it also grows wild in fields, meadows and along forest edges in the temperate regions of North America, Asia and Europe. Heartsease (or Pansy, as it is sometimes called) is occasionally referred to as a cultivated weed with hollow stems, bearing lanceolate leaves and solitary flowers of yellow, blue-violet; or it may be dual-colored with white. The plant thrives in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade and flowers from May to September, growing to a height of about fifteen inches. One of Heartsease's common names, Pansy, is thought to be derived from the French word, penser, which means ''to think,'' and the flower's three colors (purple, yellow and white) stand for ''memories, loving thoughts and souvenirs,'' all of which ease the hearts of separated lovers, recalling the flower's name, Heartsease. It is a member of the violet family, and its use in herbal medicine may be traced to ancient times. Homer told us that Athenians used Heartsease to moderate anger, while the Roman, Pliny, recommended it to prevent headaches and dizziness, and it was also used in love potions. In Gerard's ''Herball'' of 1597, he recommended Heartsease for infantile convulsions and for chest and lung inflammations, as well as for scabs, itching and ulcers - uses that are continued in herbal medicine to this very day. It is interesting to note that the Chinese used Heartsease in herbal medicines throughout history in all the same ways as they were employed in the West. In the seventeenth century, North American tribes treated boils and swellings with Heartsease, and by the late 1800s, it was being employed as a remedy for a variety of skin diseases, such as scabies. Heartsease was once included in the Un

Violet (Viola tricolor; Heartsease) 90 vegicap bottle: HE $16.49 We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose ''00'' capsules for all of our encapsulated products. We offer both bulk powder and capsules. Obviously our bulk bottles are bulk powder, not capsules, but the capsule weight is included to give you a way of judging the recommended dosage. Violet (Heartsease) - Botanical Powder -- Approximately 600 mg. each capsule. 1/2 teaspoon of powder is about equal to one capsule. Powder can be consumed by sprinkling it over your food or mixing it with a syrup such as maple or chocolate. You could also mix it with orange juice. The citric acid in the orange juice will help to mask any unpleasant powder tastes. Other common names: Pansy, Field Pansy, Garden Violet, Wild Pansy, Johnny Jumper, Johnny-Jump-Up, Jupiter, Stepmother, Ladies' Delight, Herbe de Pensee Sauvage Heartsease may be a colorful addition to our salad bowls and ancient love potions, but more importantly, Heartsease is a soothing expectorant that has been used to treat lung problems (bronchitis, dry cough and asthma), as well as numerous skin problems (diaper rash, cradle cap and weeping eczema). History: Heartsease is a pretty flower that is native to Europe and is widely cultivated as a garden ornamental, but it also grows wild in fields, meadows and along forest edges in the temperate regions of North America, Asia and Europe. Heartsease (or Pansy, as it is sometimes called) is occasionally referred to as a cultivated weed with hollow stems, bearing lanceolate leaves and solitary flowers of yellow, blue-violet; or it may be dual-colored with white. The plant thrives in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade and flowers from May to September, growing to a height of about fifteen inches. One of Heartsease's common names, Pansy, is thought to be derived from the French word, penser, which means ''to think,'' and the flower's three colors (purple, yellow and white) stand for ''memories, loving thoughts and souvenirs,'' all of which ease the hearts of separated lovers, recalling the flower's name, Heartsease. It is a member of the violet family, and its use in herbal medicine may be traced to ancient times. Homer told us that Athenians used Heartsease to moderate anger, while the Roman, Pliny, recommended it to prevent headaches and dizziness, and it was also used in love potions. In Gerard's ''Herball'' of 1597, he recommended Heartsease for infantile convulsions and for chest and lung inflammations, as well as for scabs, itching and ulcers - uses that are continued in herbal medicine to this very day. It is interesting to note that the Chinese used Heartsease in herbal medicines throughout history in all the same ways as they were employed in the West. In the seventeenth century, North American tribes treated boils and swellings with Heartsease, and by the late 1800s, it was being employed as a remedy for a variety of skin diseases, such as scabies. Heartsease was once included in the Un

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The bud may have a bitter taste,

But sweet will be the flow'r.

William Cowper

If the idea of eating flowers strikes you as fanciful or faintly ridiculous, how do you feel about broccoli? Or asparagus? These common vegetables are, in fact, immature flowers. And when you leave your broccoli in the garden too long and it develops yellow flowers, it is indeed still edible.

The flowers of most herbs are edible, usually imparting a similar, but milder flavour than the herb itself. Steady favourites include sage (especially pineapple sage) hyssop, basil, borage, chamomile, dill, fennel, chives, oregano, lavender, marjoram, mustard, clover, linden, rosemary, scented geraniums, thyme, sweet woodruff and winter savory. One of the most enduringly popular edible flowers, calendula, or pot marigold, is in fact an herb.

Probably the top six edible flowers, the ones that appear most often as garnishes in high-end restaurants are: nasturtiums, roses, calendula, violets, Johnny-jump-ups (known by herbalists as heartsease or viola tricolor) and squash blossoms (usually from the zucchini). However, there are countless others, too many to list here. Some of your favourite flowers you might be surprised to learn are edible, including: tulips, lilacs, daylilies (popular in Chinese hot & sour soup), the English or wild daisy, carnations and chrysanthemums. The flowers of many fruits and vegetables add colour and nutrition to many a meal. Apples blossoms and the flower of the runner bean are prime examples.

Albeit, and this cannot be emphasised strongly enough, many flowers are poisonous or toxic and unless it has been reliably documented as edible by its botanical name, do not eat it! Also, do not eat flowers from a florist's shop or garden centre. Only eat flowers grown in a totally organic garden. Plants will absorb herbicides, pesticides and chemical fertilizers from the soil.

Other edible flower caveats: If you suffer from hay fever, asthma or allergies, be wary of eating edible flowers. They could trigger a reaction. If wild-crafting edible flowers, be absolutely certain that you have correctly identified the species. And don't pick flowers from the side of the road. They will be contaminated by car exhaust. Remove the pistils, stamens and sepals from the flower and the bitter white area at the base of the petal. Check carefully for any insect hitchhikers. Wash the flowers carefully in cool water and drain them on clean cotton or paper towels.

It's probably best to grow your own edible flowers. Sourcing them at retail can be a challenge, although some of the natural and organic stores now carry them on a seasonal basis. The most common use of edible flowers, just like parsley, is as a garnish. This is a waste. Edible flowers offer a wealth of taste including sweet, spicy, floral, minty and citrus. Salads are the usual beneficiary of edible flowers, but they can be creatively used in cooking also. Try adding borage or calendula flowers to cooked rice or violets to an omelette. Deep-fired sage blossoms are a popular side dish.

Here are a three very simple recipes using common edible flowers:

· Blend chopped nasturtium petals with cream cheese or butter and spread on very thin slices of dark pumpernickel bread for savory appetizers or snacks.

· Honeysuckle Strawberry Sorbet: Use only the Lonicera japonica species of honeysuckle. Cut the pistils and stamens from half a cup of honeysuckle flowers. Blend these with three cups of strawberries, hulled and halved, in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth and then pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze.

· Johnny Fruit Salad: Peel, section and cut two oranges into bite-sized pieces; add one medium bunch of green, seedless grapes; two cups of strawberries, hulled and halved; one apple, peeled, cored and cut into bite-sized pieces, two kiwi fruits, peeled and thinly sliced. Mix the fruit in a non-reactive bowl (preferably glass) and refrigerate for two hours. Serve in four individual bowls, garnished with five Johnny-jump-up flowers in each bowl.

Similar to herbs, many edible flowers have medicinal qualities. Nasturtiums, native to South America, were a time-honoured Andean remedy for wounds and chest infections, being a powerful antibiotic. Honeysuckle flowers are antispasmodic and were traditionally used to relieve coughs. Honeysuckle is also one of the Bach Flower Remedies and is believed to counter feelings of nostalgia and homesickness. Johnny-jump-ups are a purifying herb and are used for skin conditions such as eczema.

Edible flowers offer an abundance of taste and visual delight in the kitchen, but caution should be king. In some jurisdictions, all flower garnishes must be edible by law, but don't assume this everywhere. If in doubt, don't eat it and brush up on your botany!

Bruce Burnett is a chartered herbalist who has also won four Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold awards for travel journalism. Read more of Bruce Burnett's writing on his websites:

1. [http://www.globalramble.com/]

2. http://www.bruceburnett.ca

3. http://www.herbalcuisine.com

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