Carum carvi Umbelliferae Habitat: Native to Europe, Asia and North Africa, widely cultivated. Collection: The flowering heads (umbels) are collected in July and left to ripen. The seeds are then easily collected as they can be shaken off. Part Used:...
A medieval European love potion, facial water and cordial called Huile de Venus, this “oil of love” toned muscles and softened complexions. It was also sipped to quell indigestion. Today caraway seeds are more likely to find their way...
Carum carvi
Umbelliferae
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Habitat: Native to Europe, Asia and North Africa, widely cultiva
David L. Hoffmann BSc Hons MNIMH
Kathi Keville