Allspice Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Pimenta officinalis
Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distillation
Parts Used: Berries
Note Classification: Middle
Aroma: Fresh, warm, spicy, sweet
Largest Producing Countries: West Indies and South America
Traditional Use: Allspice has an affinity with the digestive system, aiding with difficult to digest foods and discomforts along the way.
Properties: Analgesic, anesthetic, antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, antiseptic, antiviral, aphrodisiac, carminative, muscle relaxant, rubefacient, stimulant
Benefits: Arthritis, bronchitis, colds, cramps, fatigue, flatulence, indigestion, nausea, neuralgia, rheumatism, viral infections. To help with stress, depression, or exhaustion, diffuse allspice into the air by itself or in a blend.
Blends Well With: Bay, black pepper, cistus, coriander, geranium, ginger, lavender, neroli, opopanax, patchouli, ylang ylang
Of Interest: Columbus originally brought allspice back to Europe thinking it was pepper, hence the name Pimenta. The term “allspice” refers to its aroma that resembles a blend of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and black pepper.
Safety Data: Avoid while pregnant. May cause skin irritation.
Disclaimer:
This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate.
As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.
