Description
Ajwain is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the highly valued medicinally important family, Apiaceae. The herb is generally grown in October–November and should be harvested in May–June. Ajwain is a native of Egypt and is cultivated in India, Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. In India, it is cultivated in Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, West Bengal, and Bihar. The Ajwain seeds contain 2–4% oil. The major constituent of Ajwain oil is thymol, which is antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial, and antifungal.

Odor profile:
Thymol and spicy type.

Major Constituents:
Thymol, p-cymene, gamma-terpene, β-pinene

Application:
Ajwain hydrosol helps in fighting against bacteria, fungi, parasites and viruses. It is very helpful for fatigue, weakness and to assist recovery after illness or accidents. It helps in calming down the mental and physical exhaustion. It is also used as a culinary and spice ingredient all around the world.