Foeniculum Vulgare

Botanical Name: Foeniculum vulgare

Plant Part: Seeds

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Origin: China

Description: Fennel is an erect growing perennial herb native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean area. Reaching a height of 1.5 meters (approximately 4.5 feet), the plant has yellow flowers.

Color: Clear to pale yellow liquid.

Common Uses: Fennel Bitter Essential Oil is credited with being an antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, depurative, diuretic, expectorant, laxative, stimulant, splenic, stomachic and a vermifuge. It is also believed to be invigorating, restoring, stimulating and warming.

Consistency: Thin

Note: Top

Strength of Aroma: Medium

Blends well with: Bergamot, Lavender, Frankincense and Rose essential oils.

Aromatic Scent: Fennel Bitter Essential Oil has a spicy, woodsy scent.

History: Fennel is an herb of ancient repute, believed to encourage longevity, courage and strength. The Romans valued it for its digestive properties and the Greeks believed it to be a slimming herb.

Cautions: May cause skin irritation. Dilute well before use. Avoid use during pregnancy.