Parma Violets were created in 1946 by the Derbyshire company Swizzels Matlow. They are sweets that are hard, biconcave discs, based on similar aniseed confectionery traditionally consumed in India after a spicy meal.

Is there Lavender in parma violets?

First appearing in Italy, in the 16th century, most types of parma violets have lavender flowers of varying sizes, which have an attractive fragrance. ... The delicate purple flowers of the parma violet plant also give their name to a delicate, violet-scented sweet Parma Violets, manufactured by Swizzels Matlow.

Are parma violets a laxative?

The leaves are also known for their anti-rheumatic properties and, among other things, their ability to function as a mild laxative (for any readers who might be a bit bunged up from all the barbecue food).