Botanical Name: Petroselinum sativum
Plant Part: Seed
Extraction Method: Steam
Origin: Egypt
Description: Parsley is a short-lived perennial herb that can grow up to 70cm high. It has bright green foliage that is wrinkled in appearance and small greenish-yellow flowers that produce small brown seeds.
Color: Yellow to light brown liquid.
Common Uses: Aromatherapists credit Parsley Seed essential oil with having the following properties: anti-microbial, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, astringent, carminative, diuretic, laxative, stimulant (mild), stomachic, and uterine tonic. On the skin, it helps clear bruises, is a tonic to the scalp and is said to help with head lice. Parsley Seed Oil is widely used in soaps, detergents, cosmetics, and men’s colognes.
Consistency: Thin
Note: Middle
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Scent: It has a sweet warm woody-spicy herbaceous odor.
History: There are many superstitions associated with parsley. In fact, in Europe it was believed than anyone growing parsley would die within a year. It was viewed as sacred and belonging to the dead or those cast to oblivion.
Cautions: Parsley essential oil is viewed as moderately toxic and irritating. It should be used in dilution, and avoided during pregnancy.
Disclaimer:
Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy.
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