Scientific Name: Carum carvi
Medicinal Properties
Caraway Seed helps resolve gas and digestion, when taken at any point. Caraway seeds can
be freshen breath and its essential oil is found in many mouthwashes, toothpastes and chewing
gums. It is used in several liqueur recipes and to improve the flavor of various complementary
herbal combinations.
Caraway water with its carminative effect is used for babies with colic. Used to flavor
medicines. Two important constituents in caraway seeds, carvol and carvene, show a soothing
effect to smooth muscle tissue of the digestive tract and the uterus.
Magickal Properties
Gender: Masculine
Planet: Mercury
Element: Air
Used for Protection, Lust, Health, Anti-Theft & Mental Powers
Any object which holds some caraway seeds is theft-free. Induces lust when baked into
breads, cookies, or cakes. The seeds strengthen the memory
Did You Know? (Background)
Caraway is native to the area surrounding the Mediterranean and Europe. Seed is used
primarily. Leaf and root are also edible. One of the oldest cultivated spices, its use dates back
to 3000-4000 BC.
In ancient times, Egyptians applied the seed in protecting their dead from evil spirits, and
Greeks and Romans used it as food and medicine. Dioscorides prescribed oil of caraway for
the restoration of healthy skin. Caesar's army ate chara, a bread made of the root.
Its use and cultivation spread from Arabia to Northern Europe during the middle ages. Herbal
lore ascribed it the power to prevent loss and theft. It was used in love potions. It is still used in
seed mixtures to attract birds and to keep chickens and other domesticated birds from seeking
other feeding spots.
Included in Shakespeare's "Henry IV" is, 'a pippin and a dish of Caraways.'
Properly stored, the seeds will remain flavorful for months. It is best to add seeds after the
recipe is cooked. Their sweet aroma and flavor are reminiscent of anise seed and fennel. It is
featured in foods of Germany, Austria, eastern Europe, and Scandinavia.
Medicinal Properties
Caraway Seed helps resolve gas and digestion, when taken at any point. Caraway seeds can
be freshen breath and its essential oil is found in many mouthwashes, toothpastes and chewing
gums. It is used in several liqueur recipes and to improve the flavor of various complementary
herbal combinations.
Caraway water with its carminative effect is used for babies with colic. Used to flavor
medicines. Two important constituents in caraway seeds, carvol and carvene, show a soothing
effect to smooth muscle tissue of the digestive tract and the uterus.
Magickal Properties
Gender: Masculine
Planet: Mercury
Element: Air
Used for Protection, Lust, Health, Anti-Theft & Mental Powers
Any object which holds some caraway seeds is theft-free. Induces lust when baked into
breads, cookies, or cakes. The seeds strengthen the memory
Did You Know? (Background)
Caraway is native to the area surrounding the Mediterranean and Europe. Seed is used
primarily. Leaf and root are also edible. One of the oldest cultivated spices, its use dates back
to 3000-4000 BC.
In ancient times, Egyptians applied the seed in protecting their dead from evil spirits, and
Greeks and Romans used it as food and medicine. Dioscorides prescribed oil of caraway for
the restoration of healthy skin. Caesar's army ate chara, a bread made of the root.
Its use and cultivation spread from Arabia to Northern Europe during the middle ages. Herbal
lore ascribed it the power to prevent loss and theft. It was used in love potions. It is still used in
seed mixtures to attract birds and to keep chickens and other domesticated birds from seeking
other feeding spots.
Included in Shakespeare's "Henry IV" is, 'a pippin and a dish of Caraways.'
Properly stored, the seeds will remain flavorful for months. It is best to add seeds after the
recipe is cooked. Their sweet aroma and flavor are reminiscent of anise seed and fennel. It is
featured in foods of Germany, Austria, eastern Europe, and Scandinavia.
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