My first trip back to Spain when I had a proper job, I brought back the violetas for the secretaries in the office. They loved the gesture!! Isn't that what counts? Nowadays, I bring back food items, like olives, cookies, saffron, pimenton, and white asparagus.
For other acquaintances, I have brought back fans@!!!! a novelty for sure, but if the weather is hot (like in some parts of California) they just might use them!!