Botanical Name: Cuminum cyminum

Plant Part: Seeds

Extraction Method: SCFE

Description: Originally from the Mediterranean area, Cumin is a small annual herb about 50cm ( 20 inches) high with deep green, narrow feathery leaves and tiny white or pink flowers, followed by small oblong seeds.

Color: Clear to pale yellow

Common Uses: The properties include use as an anti-oxidant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, aphrodisiac, bactericidal, carminative, depurative, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, larvicidal, nervine, stimulant and as a tonic. Cumin essential oil is also useful as a warming oil that helps relieve muscular pains and osteoarthritis. For the digestive system it is a stimulant that helps with colic, dyspepsia, flatulence, bloating and indigestion. For the nervous system, Cumin essential oil is a tonic with beneficial effect on headaches, migraine pain and nervous exhaustion.

Consistency: Light to Medium

Note: Middle

Strength of Aroma: Medium

Blends well with: Angelica, Caraway, Lavender, Rosemary, Chamomile and essential oils with an oriental flavour.

Aromatic Scent: Cumin essential oil has a characteristic spicy, penetrating scent.

History: Known since Bible times, it is mainly used for its digestive properties. The Egyptians used it for headaches. The Pharisees paid their taxes with it and in the Middle Ages, feudal lords paid serfs with Cumin for services rendered.

Cautions: Cumin has photo-toxic properties and direct sunlight should be avoided after any application. It should also be avoided if pregnant and by those with sensitive skin. purposes only.