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.
| 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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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.