Parsley Seed Essential Oil

Parsley Seed Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Petroselinum sativum
Plant Part: Seed
Extraction Method: Steam
Origin: India

Description: Parsley is a biennial - or 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.

Colour: Yellow to golden brown

Consistency: Thin

Note: Middle

Strength of Aroma: Medium

Blends Well With: Parsley blends well with orange, Rose, Cananga, Tea Tree, Clary Sage and any of the spice oils.

Aromatic Scent: Parsley essential oil does not smell at all like the culinary herb. It has a sweet, warm spicy scent. It is herbaceous and green in tone.

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: Parsley essential oil is viewed as moderately toxic and irritating. It should be used in dilution, and avoided during pregnancy.

Important Note: The information provided is for educational purposes only.

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