Allspice Essential Oil

Benefits

Allspice oil may be used to treat many muscular and nerve conditions such as arthritis, and rheumatism. It also treats stiffness, cramps, gas, indigestion and nausea, depression or nervous tension, and neuralgia. In addition, it is helpful for coughs and bronchitis.

Instructions for Use

For chest infections, colds, or coughs mix 2-3 drops with an ounce of neutral oil and rub into the chest and back. Use in a similar manner for muscle pain.

For digestive issues a very small amount should be diluted and ingested. Please consult professional advice beforehand.

Diffuse for respiratory issues.

History and Additional Information

This plant was “discovered” in Jamaica by Christopher Columbus and named Allspice by the English who thought that it resembled a combination of nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves.

Both the fruit and the leaves of Allspice are used. The fruit is dried fruit and looks like peppercorns. When freshly ground they produce a highly aromatic flavouring. Fresh leaves are used in the same way as bay leaves, but they do not dry well. Allspice essential oil contains a high percentage of Eugenol which suggests that may it may have anti-viral properties

Details

• Latin/Botanical Name: Pimentaofficinalis; pimento dioica
• Other Names: Jamaica pepper, pepper, myrtle pepper, pimenta, or newspice,
• Family: Myrtaceae
• Part of Plant Used: dried fruit, leaves
• Place of Origin: Greater Antilles, West Indies

Characteristics

• Odor/Fragrance: sharp spicy, yet sweet. Cinnamon and clove-like aroma.
• Color: cocoa brown
• Aroma Strength: strong
• Consistency: thin
• Note: middle

Blending Suggestions: Allspice essential oil mixes well with orange oil or bergamot oil, Also geranium, lavender, ginger, patchouli, myrrh, and ylang-ylang.

Safety Precautions for this Essential Oil:

Significant dilution of allspice oil is suggested as it may irritate the mucous membranes and the skin. It is also contraindicated in patients who have hemophilia or liver disease.

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