[Review Flower Menu Week #1]

#18. This wildflower is Johnny Jump Ups or Wood Violet. Its scientific name is Violet glabella.

It is a member of the Violet Family.

The leaves and flowers of Wood Violets may be eaten raw or in salads, or as a fancy garnish on desserts. A tea from the leaves and flowers is used to reduce anger (mellow people out) or to make the heart beat stronger in people with weak hearts.


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