Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Heartsease (Viola tricolor), also known as wild pansy, has a long history of use in traditional European herbal medicine. It has been employed primarily for skin conditions such as eczema and for respiratory issues, but in some folk traditions, it has also been used as a mild sedative or nervine, which is where its application for irritability arises. The rationale for using Heartsease to support or treat irritability is based on its purported calming effects, though this use was far less common compared to its dermatological applications. There is, however, very limited scientific research supporting any anxiolytic or sedative properties of Heartsease; to date, no high-quality clinical trials have demonstrated its efficacy for irritability. Most references to Heartsease for mood or nervous complaints are found in older herbal texts, and contemporary phytotherapy literature does not emphasize this use. Thus, while Heartsease may have been traditionally used by some for irritability, the evidence is weak, and it is not a primary or well-supported indication for this herb.

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