Essential oils from Apiaceae as valuable resources in neurological disorders: Foeniculi vulgare aetheroleum

摘要

Used as a spice and to improve the palatability of different meat and vegetable dishes, common fennel, Foeniculum vulgare Mill. (Apiaceae), was a traditional remedy for the relief of spasms and colic due to gas accumulation, to stimulate gastrointestinal motility, to alleviate productive coughs as well as for the induction of menstruation and lactation. Fennel essential oil extracted from fennel fruits is used as traditional medicine to improve eyesight, promote courage and mental strength, reduce stresservousness and produce calming.