It is a short-lived perennial herb that can grow up to 70 cm high. It has bright green foliage that is wrinkled in appearance and small greenish-yellow flowers that produce small brown seeds.
Botanical Name:
Petroselinum sativum
Aromatic Aroma:
Has a sweet, warm spicy aroma. It is herbaceous and green in tone.
Consistency:
Thin
Note:
Middle
Aroma Strength:
Medium
Extraction Method:
Steam Distilled
Plant Part:
Seeds
Origin:
India
Color:
Yellow to light brown
Common Uses:
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.
Blends Well With:
Orange, Rose, Cananga, Tea Tree, Clary Sage and any of the spice oils.
History:
While Parsley is now regularly used as a meal garnish, in ancient times it was never brought to the table. It was viewed as sacred and belonging to the dead or those cast to oblivion. In fact, in Europe it was believed than anyone growing parsley would die within a year.
Cautions:
Moderately toxic and irritating. It should be used in dilution, and avoided during pregnancy.
