Medicinal plants generally consist of flowers, fruits, seeds, leaves and roots, all of which may contain essential oil. After leaves, seeds were probably one of the earliest flavoring ingredients used in cooking, as well as being a vital part of herbal medicine. Seeds are frequently crushed to begin the release of their aromatic compounds, and then steam distilled.

The seed of the plant contains a nucleus and a fruit. These plant parts often produce an essence that addresses the reproductive system, digestion and energy. Essential oils extracted from seeds are as follows:


•Ambrette
•Angelica
•Anise
•Cardamom
•Carrot seed
•Coffee Bean
•Coriander
•Cumin
•Dill
•Fennel
•Nutmeg
•Star Anise

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