Parsley
Latin Name: Petroselinum sativa
Family: Apiaceae
Plant Part: Plant
Method: Distillation
Note/Element: Note: Middle Element: Wood
Functional Groups: Ether, Aldehyde, Terpene
Type: Stimulating
Ayurvedic Doshas: Kapha
Scent: Herbaccous, green
For Skin Type: Broken blood vessels
Cautions: Not during pregnancy or nursing. Not during heavy menstrual flow. Hepatotoxic.
Physical Uses: Stomach cramps, indigestion , flatulence, hemmorrhoids, bruises, sore muscles and joints, cellulite, insect bites, detoxification, amenorrhea, scanty menstrual flow, menstrual cramps due to scanty flow, strong emmenagogue, protection from infection .
Mental/ Emotional Uses: Fatigue
Other Uses: Head lice
Blends Well With: Flower, fruit, leaf
References:
Katherine Graf:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Master Level, 2001-2012.
https://articles.mercola.com/herbal-oils/parsley-oil.aspx
