A fruit with targeted properties

Thanks to its specific compounds, Khella is recognized for its gentle action on the smooth muscles of the respiratory and urinary tracts, thus promoting better natural amplitude and restored comfort.

Description

Whole, small, dried fruits, light brown to grayish brown in color, slightly sweet aromatic odor, bitter taste typical of Apiaceae.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Khella, Toothpick herb
• Latin name: Ammi visnaga
• Family: Apiaceae
• Part used: Whole fruit
• Form: Loose (whole dried fruits)
• Origin: Mediterranean Basin (North Africa, Southern Europe)
• English name: Toothpick plant fruit
• Name in German: Zahnstocherkrautfrucht
• Name in Spanish: Fruto de khella
• Name in Italian: Frutto di ammi visnaga
• Name in Arabic: ثمار الخلة

Main virtues

Traditionally used to support respiratory comfort (bronchi) and support natural urinary elimination.

Main constituents

Furochromones (visnagin, khellin), flavonoids, essential oils, coumarins.

Traditional use and dosage

• Professional decoction: Boil the fruits under controlled protocol (in a specialized environment or under prescription).
• Specific macerates: Traditional preparations reserved for professional use for targeted support.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Strictly regulated use (visnagine and khelline require professional supervision).
• Not recommended without medical advice, particularly for pregnant or breastfeeding women and young children.
• Beware of possible drug interactions (vasodilator effect).

History and origin

Khella has been documented since ancient Egypt for its medicinal uses in the respiratory and urinary systems. Valued in Mediterranean herbal medicine, it has survived through the ages as a precious resource to be used with discernment and respect.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: lined kraft bag or airtight opaque box.
• Storage: dry, cool place, away from light and humidity.
• Shelf life: approximately 18 months.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Traditional Mediterranean Pharmacopoeias
• ANSM – List of plants regulated in France

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