Ammi majus

Ammi majus L.

Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)

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

Annual

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

Ammi majus L.

Medicinal Complaints / Uses
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.

Other Uses
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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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.