Indian dill

Peucedanum graveolens

Traditionally attributed effects: carminative, antispasmodic; for flatulence, hiccups, colic and stomach ache, reduces cramps from laxatives and dysentery; drink for women after childbirth; leaves on boils and abscesses.

Safety notes

Do not take the oil internally yourself. Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Cautions by tradition (1)

Ayurvedic materia medica: Do not take the oil internally yourself.

Preparation

Powder 1.5–3 g; distilled water of the fruit; tea after childbirth; warmed leaves with oil on boils.

Use in traditions

Described in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Sanskrit name: Misroya Satapushpi. Indian dill (soya) is used in northern Indian and Persian dishes and as a leaf in vegetable dishes. The seed is a mild remedy for wind and colic in children.

Applications

Use by tradition

How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.

Ayurvedic materia medica

Attributed effects

Carminative, antispasmodic; for flatulence, hiccups, colic and stomach ache, reduces cramps from laxatives and dysentery; drink for women after childbirth; leaves on boils and abscesses.

Preparation and amount

Powder 1.5–3 g; distilled water of the fruit; tea after childbirth; warmed leaves with oil on boils.

Caution: Do not take the oil internally yourself.

Ways to prepare herbs: Tea (infusion)Powder and kitchen

Sources

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