plants
Dill

Dill

Latin Name: Anethum graveolens
Description of Appearance: Dill is a feathery green herb with thin, delicate leaves that grow on long, slender stems. It produces small yellow flowers that eventually turn into seeds.
Common Names:
  • Dill
  • Dill Weed
  • Dill Seed

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Digestive issues

Active Ingredients: Carvone, limonene, eugenol
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves and seeds
Preperation Method: Consumed as a tea or added to food for flavor and digestive benefits

Menstrual cramps relief

Active Ingredients: Apiole, d-carvone
Part Of Plant Used: Seeds
Preperation Method: Consumed as a tea or added to dishes for relief

Antimicrobial properties

Active Ingredients: Dill ether, myristicin
Part Of Plant Used: Essential oil extracted from seeds
Preperation Method: Used in topical applications or oral consumption

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Carvone

Description Carvone is a naturally occurring terpenoid that is commonly found in essential oils of caraway, dill, spearmint, and other aromatic plants. It has a characteristic minty aroma and taste.

Apiole

Description Apiole is a natural organic compound found in certain plants, known for its aromatic properties and potential health benefits.

Dill ether

Description Dill ether is a compound found in the essential oil of dill (Anethum graveolens) and is known for its distinctive aroma and flavor.

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Latin Name: Carum carvi
Description of Appearance: Caraway is a biennial plant with finely divided feathery leaves and small white or pink flowers.
Common Names:
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  • Caraway Seed

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Latin Name: Mentha
Description of Appearance: Mint plants typically have bright green leaves that are often toothed or serrated. They have a refreshing aroma and are commonly used in culinary and medicinal applications.
Common Names:
  • Mint
  • Spearmint
  • Peppermint
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Latin Name: Petroselinum crispum
Description of Appearance: Parsley is a biennial herb with bright green, finely divided leaves that are used as a culinary herb or garnish.
Common Names:
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