Anethum Sowa

Essential Oil

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ANETHUM SOWA ( DILL SEED )
PRODUCT CODE:EO/AS/0505
DESCRIPTIONPALE YELLOW COLOUR TO LIGHT BROWN COLOURED MOBILE LIQUID WITH GREEN WARM AND SPICY, STRONG CAMPHOROUS TOP NOTE AND SLIGHTLY BURNING TASTE.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY1.0082
REFRACTIVE INDEX1.4981
OPTICAL ROTATION+41.0

Description : Anethum Sowa is called Sowa in India. It is also called Dill in a few regions of the world. The biennial herb has a smooth surface with fine dissected leaves. It has small yellow flowers and has elliptical fruits. The plant has a single stalk that grows up to the height of almost 1 meter. This plant was identified for use by the ancient Romans and Greeks. The Greek community used it to cover their head to induce sleep and relieve insomnia. In the middle ages this herb was also considered as a charm to ward off bad omen.

Uses : Sowa herb and oil are in great demand as a condiment for flavouring pickles, curries, soups and salads, and confectionery. They are also used for making tea.

Side Effects:

    • Over-dosage may cause Pitta increase, burning sensation, worsening of gastritis.
  • It is not indicated in conditions with Pitta dominance, like gastritis.
  • It is best to avoid its use during menstrual periods.

Benefits & Uses :

    • The oil is used extensively in beverage and foodstuffs. Dill oil is almost exclusively used for flavouring purposes in pickle industry due to high concentration of a chemical called carvone,
  • Dill oil is used in cosmetics and perfumes. Myristicin, apiol, and dillapiol present in dill oil are effective naturally occurring insecticides. It is also an important fragrance component in detergents, soaps and shaving lotions. Dill is also used in making diffusers, candles and vaporisers.