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Allspice

Allspice

Latin Name: Pimenta dioica
Description of Appearance: Allspice is a small, evergreen tree with glossy leaves and clusters of aromatic dark brown berries that resemble peppercorns.
Common Names:
  • Allspice
  • Pimento Berry
  • Jamaica Pepper

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Anti-inflammatory

Active Ingredients: Eugenol and other compounds with anti-inflammatory properties
Part Of Plant Used: Berries
Preperation Method: Ingesting the berries or using an extract topically

Antimicrobial

Active Ingredients: Eugenol and other compounds with antimicrobial properties
Part Of Plant Used: Berries or leaves
Preperation Method: Extracting the essential oils for topical applications or ingesting

Digestive aid

Active Ingredients: Eugenol and other compounds that aid digestion
Part Of Plant Used: Berries or leaves
Preperation Method: Consuming the berries or brewing a tea from the leaves

Pain relief

Active Ingredients: Eugenol and other compounds with analgesic properties
Part Of Plant Used: Berries
Preperation Method: Making an oil or salve for topical application

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Eugenol

Description Eugenol is a naturally occurring compound found in various essential oils such as clove oil, cinnamon, and nutmeg. It is known for its aromatic and medicinal properties.

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Description of Appearance: Clove is a small, reddish-brown flower bud that grows on the Syzygium aromaticum tree. It has a strong, spicy aroma and a pungent taste.
Common Names:
  • Clove
  • Clove Bud

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Description of Appearance: Cinnamomum verum is a small evergreen tree with aromatic bark and leaves.
Common Names:
  • Cinnamon Bark

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Latin Name: Myristica fragrans
Description of Appearance: A tropical evergreen tree that produces two spices - nutmeg and mace. The tree has dark green leaves, small yellow flowers, and produces a fruit that splits to reveal the nutmeg seed inside.
Common Names:
  • Nutmeg
  • Mace