Origin: Jamaica
Part Of Plant: fruit/ berry
Class: Phenolic ether
Method of extraction: steam distillation
 
Allspice Pimenta dioica is an evergreen tree from the West Indies. Jamaica is the main origin of this tree. This spice is used in a variety of ways including cooking, potpourri, perfumes and soaps. It is distilled from the berries preferably but will sometimes include the leaf. Berries are ground into a spice and tastes like a combination of clove, juniper berry, Cinnamon and pepper. Hence the name allspice.
 
Traditional use: Used to treat flatulence and inflammation pains. Taken internally as a spice and as a way of transporting other medicines as it stops cramping
 
Actions: analgesic, anti-oxidant, antiseptic, carminative, muscle relaxant, stimulant, tonic.
 
Health Uses: Known to stimulate circulation and has a warming effect. Good to use diluted, topically on areas that need more blood flow or where healing is needed. Makes a good chest rub for colds and flus. Rub on the abdomen in cases of digestive upset. May also alleviate muscle cramps if rubbed on topically. May also be used to calm nervous tension and stress. May aid in some cases of depression. It has also been used to ease neuralgia.
 
Cautions: This oil can cause skin sensitizations, so be sure to make a strong dilution. Keep away from the mucous membranes. Do not use when circulation or bleeding needs to be stopped as it may inhibit blood clotting.
 
Blends well with: Frankincense, Pine, Orange and LemonChemical make-up- Mainly Eugenol ( more in the leaves than in the berries) also contains methyl eugenol, cineol, phellandrene, and cryophyllene.