Ammi majus

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Ammi majus L.

Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)

  • Bishop's Weed
  • Bullwort
  • False Bishop`s Weed
  • Greater Ammi
  • Lady'`s Lace
  • khaizuran خيزران
  • khilleh shaitani خِلِّة شيطاني
  • amita gedola
  • אַמִּיתָה גְּדוֹלָה

Annual

  • Cultivated areas (weeds)
  • Disturbed habitats
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Medicinal Complaints / Uses

Ammi majus L.

System/State Traditional
Complaint/Use
Activity / Interpretation
Traditional
Preparation/ Administration
Parts Used
Source
Dermatological

Psoriasis

Anti-inflammatory

Prepare infusion of seeds & apply to affected skin.

Seed B

Other Uses

Ammi majus L.

System/State Complaint / Use Activity / Interpretation
Traditional
Preparation/Administration
Parts Used
Source
Veterinary

Urinary tract infection in animals

Anti-Infective

Boil leaves + fruit in water & add to animals`s drinking water x2/day.

Fruit, Leaf B

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Notes

Cautions

Ammi majus contains furocoumarins associated with photosensitizing dermatitis. Unsafe in high doses or over long periods. Other side effects  include liver problems, nausea, dizziness, constipation, lack of appetite, headache, itching, trouble sleeping, ocular toxicity, fatigue, vertigo & jaundice.