Among the 500 species of the Viola genus, there is Viola odorata. This very pretty perennial herbaceous plant is often used as a ground cover.
The fragrant violet is found everywhere in France, up to 1,400 meters above sea level. The genus Viola has more than 500 species, including garden pansies, belonging to the Violaceae family. Violet is known for its medicinal properties related to respiratory tract conditions. Its flowers have a beneficial effect on dry coughs, while its roots act effectively on wet coughs.