If you live in a warm to temperate region, plant your potatoes in late winter. In a truly hot climate, plant potatoes in the fall to grow over the winter. I'd definately give them a try. If they don't grow then at least you'll know not to try sowing them in winter again.
Gentian violet belongs to the group of medicines called antifungals. Topical gentian violet is used to treat some types of fungus infections inside the mouth (thrush) and of the skin. Gentian violet is available without a prescription. This product is available in the following dosage forms: Solution.
Antique violet ray set with glass electrode (left) and control box. When energized, the glass electrode emitted a violet glow (inset, center) Another electrode used with the same set. A violet ray is an antique medical appliance used during the early 20th century in the obsolete medical therapy called electrotherapy.