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| Aroma |
A powerful, warm, and spicy-sweet aroma. It is distinctly herbaceous with a dry, earthy undertone and a sharp, "pickled" top note that is reminiscent of caraway but softer and more savory. |
| Category |
Earthy | Herbaceous | Spicy |
| Note |
Middle |
| Intensity |
4/6 |
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| [ More About ] |
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| AKA |
Indian Dill, East Indian Dill |
| Chinese |
印度莳萝子 |
| Japanese |
アネサムソーワ |
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| Botanical Family |
Apiaceae |
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| Chemistry |
Ketone |
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| Common Usage |
Digestive Health (The Primary Usage)
- Carminative Power: It is highly effective at relieving trapped gas, bloating, and flatulence. It helps "settle" the stomach after a heavy or spicy meal.
- Anti-Spasmodic: Helps calm involuntary muscle contractions in the digestive tract, easing stomach cramps and intestinal discomfort.
- Digestive Tonic: Traditionally used to stimulate the appetite and promote the secretion of digestive juices to improve overall nutrient absorption.
Nervous System & Emotional Support
- Mental "Settler": Like its European cousin, Sowa is used to calm a "hyper" mind. It is excellent for reducing mental clutter and overthinking.
- Stress & Anxiety Relief: It has a mild sedative effect on the nerves, helping to lower stress levels and ease "nervous tension" that manifests in the body as physical tightness.
- Sleep Aid: Used in evening diffuser blends to help quiet the brain and prepare the body for deep, restful sleep.
Respiratory & Immune Support
- Clearing Congestion: The spicy, warm vapor of Anethi sowa helps to clear the sinuses and support the respiratory system during seasonal colds.
- Cough Suppressant: Its antispasmodic properties can help soothe "tickly" or spasmodic coughs that prevent rest.
- Purifying Air: Acts as a natural antimicrobial agent when diffused, helping to keep the indoor environment clean and fresh.
Women’s Wellness
- Menstrual Cramp Relief: When diluted and massaged onto the lower abdomen, it helps relax the uterine muscles to ease painful cramping.
- Hormonal Balance: Historically used in traditional Indian wellness (Ayurveda) to support general female reproductive health and balance.
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| Blending note |
- A middle note with a scent that is warm, herbal, and slightly more pungent and spicy than European Dill.
- Because it has a "pickled" or "medicinal" sharpness, it is best blended with oils that provide sweetness, warmth, or a grounding woody base
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| Do you know? |
The name "Dill" is derived from the Old Norse word dilla, which means "to lull," referring to the plant’s traditional use in soothing fretful infants and helping people fall asleep |
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| Contraindication |
- Avoid use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
- It should be used in low dilutions on the skin to prevent irritation.
- Due to its potency, it is not recommended for use on infants or very young children
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