Ajowan Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Trachyspermum ammi
Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distillation
Parts Used: Seed
Note Classification: Top
Aroma: Similar to thyme, with an herbaceous-spicy odor
Largest Producing Countries: Chiefly India, also Afghanistan, Egypt, the West Indies, and the Seychelle Islands

Traditional Use: Used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat Cholera.

Properties: Anti-microbial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, germicide, stimulant, and tonic.

Benefits:

Blends Well With: Thyme, parsley, & sage.

Of Interest: It has been used extensively for the isolation of thymol, but this has largely been replaced by synthetic thymol.

Safety Data: Due to the high levels of thymol it is not recommended to use while pregnant and nursing.  Is a dermal and possible mucous membrane irritant.

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.