- Apiaceae
- Fruit, whole
- Eastern Mediterranean · India
- Whole seed
Dill Seed
Anethum graveolens
Select sizeThe plant
Dill produces feathery leaves and umbrella-shaped flower heads. Its dried fruits are commonly called seeds.
What's in it
Carvone and limonene are fragrant compounds in the seed’s oil. They contribute to its warm, fresh aroma.
Carvone
The dominant volatile, shared with caraway.
Limonene
The citrus lift, around forty per cent of the oil.
Dillapiole
A phenylpropanoid largely specific to dill.
Fixed oils
Roughly twenty per cent of the seed by weight.
How it works
After-meal ease: Dill seed has a traditional place in preparations for wind and a full-feeling stomach. Aromatic release: Crushing the seeds helps release their fragrant oils into an infusion. Herbalists call this a carminative tradition—using aromatic herbs for wind-related discomfort.
In the tradition
Used in European and South Asian kitchen and herbal traditions.
The leaf and seed come from the same plant but have different flavours.
- 1Simmer 1–2 tsp of dried dill seed in 500ml water for 15–20 mins, then strain.
- 2Drink 1–2 cups daily.
- 3Mild, fresh, faintly aniseed flavour.
- Check medicinal use during pregnancy, breastfeeding or alongside medicines.
- Avoid with related plant allergies.
A food supplement, not a substitute for a varied diet. Speak to your doctor before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Common questions
How do I prepare dill seed?
Dill Seed is simmered as a decoction rather than steeped. Simmer 1–2 tsp of dried dill seed in 500ml water for 15–20 mins, then strain. Full directions are in the How to use panel above. See also: Infusion vs decoction.
What is dill seed?
Dill Seed (Anethum graveolens) belongs to the Apiaceae family; the fruit is used. Origin: Eastern Mediterranean, India. A fragrant seed traditionally enjoyed after meals for digestive comfort.
How should I store dried dill seed?
Keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture. Dried herbs are at their best for around a year.
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