March 24th, 2007 | admin

Dill (Anethum graveolens) is now found widely in India. The word dill comes lull or a state of calm and rest.

Dill is a flavoring agent and pickling spice. The whole plant is aromatic and useful. Small stems go to flavoring salad, sauce, soup and pickles. Fresh leaves find use in fried meat and fish preparations.

India exports an extract from dill seed, dill seed oil, which is highly popular in west because of its medicinal properties.