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Medicinal uses
Since long time, it is used in folk medicine and herbalism for epilepsy, eczema and skin diseases and for respiratory ailments such as asthma, bronchitis and cold symptoms.
It is diuretic resulting traditional use for cystitis and rheumatism.
Leaves are helpful for acidity.
Apply it externally to alleviate mild seborrhoeic skin conditions, a condition in which the production of sebum is heightened.
Its extracts are helpful for skin functions.
Use an ointment, apply externally to treat eczema and other skin problems or useful for bed wetting and rheumatism.
Use it to treat cutaneous eruptions.
Health Benefits of Wild pansy
Skin health
Infusions are effective for treating eczema, acute and chronic inflammation of the skin which is characterized by itching, redness and swelling.
Expectorant activities
The plant is helpful for treating sore throats; relieve problem and lower symptoms of whooping cough. The expectorant effect facilitates elimination of secretion through respiratory tract. It is used for treating asthma and bronchitis.
Relieve constipation
Wild pansy plant is helpful for dealing with constipation.
Reduce swelling
Wild pansy is graced with diuretic properties. It eliminates excess water as it stimulates urine. It combats swelling that arises due to fluid retention.
Anti-inflammatory properties
The tea prepared with wild pansy has anti-inflammatory properties which is beneficial for treating health conditions such as gout, pneumonia and rheumatism.
Circulation
The plant improves blood circulation which is beneficial for heart health.
Cystitis
The diuretic properties that Wild pansy is effective for treating cystitis, an inflammation of bladder causing symptoms such as persistent urge to urinate, burning on peeing, small and frequent urine, blood in urine, discomfort in pelvic region, pressure in lower abdomen and low fever.
Respiratory problems
The expectorant properties are helpful in treating respiratory ailments such as bronchitis and whooping cough. It eliminates the phlegm from the body during attack of cold and cough.
Urinary health
Besides treating skin and respiratory problems, it helps to cure urinary ailments. It is associated for treating cystitis and frequent urination.
Culinary uses
Flower buds or young leaves are consumed raw or cooked.
Add it to soups to thicken it.
Make a tea from leaves.
Add small attractive flowers to salads or use it as a garnish.
Precautions
The plant decoction might cause dermatitis in some people.
The species with yellow flowers when consumed in high quantities causes diarrhea.
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