1 oz. (28 grams) Allspice (Mexican) Whole (Eugenia pimenta)

Description: 1 oz. (28 grams) Allspice (Mexican) Whole (Eugenia pimenta) Also known as Eugenia pimento, Pimenta dioica, Pimenta officinalis. Introduction Allspice comes from an evergreen shrub native to Jamaica, Southern Mexico and parts of Central America. The smaller plants are sensitive to frost, but become hardier with age, growing to the size of large canopy trees. The spice itself is actually the unripe fruit of the plant. After harvest, the fruits are dried in order to create the little brown berries we know as the spice. It is named after its complex flavor which is said to resemble the combined taste of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. The Spanish discovered allspice growing in the Caribbean during Columbus's early voyages to the Americas. They introduced the spice to Europe during the 1600's. Despite its popularity, cultivation outside its native region has been uncommon and often unsuccessful. Allspice thrives in warm climates and grows almost entirely in the western hemisphere. Due to its limited range, it is not well known in many parts of the world. Constituents Allspice fruits contain 2 to 5% essential oil (depending on how they are harvested). The main components of the essential oil are eugenol, eugenol methyl ether, myrcene, 1,8-cineol, and alpha-phellandrene. The eugenol content of essential oil of Jamaican allspice is 65 to 90%, but the eugenol content of Mexican allspice is much less. Parts Used Ripe and unripe fruits, essential oil extracted from leaves. Typical Preparations Ground ripe or unripe fruits. Frequently used with cardamom, cinnamon, and/or green tea. In the Carribean, fresh leaves known as "West India bay leaf" are used for cooking "jerked" meats. (Mediterranean bay leaf is not a good substitute.) The essential oil from the leaves, traded as "West India bay oil," is used in industrial production of sausages and hot dogs. Summary Allspice is a celebrated component of Caribbean cuisine, famous for its sweet, spicy fragrance and piquant flavor. It is a classic ingredient for marinades and jerk rubs, and is often included in hot mulled cider during the frosty winter months. Oil derived from allspice is used in the cosmetic industry, lending its scent to perfumes. Allspice is shown to have significant antioxidant properties. It is traditionally used as a digestive tonic. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Save on shipping if all items are paid for in one Paypal transaction If you are looking for larger quantities, or other herbs not listed, please inquire with "Ask seller a question" If you have a problem with your purchase, please contact me first before leaving feedback, so we can reach resolution promptly and efficiently. I intend to please and am always honest and reasonable in my business transactions for over 10 years. Bid With Confidence! Read my feedback. I'm a very interactive seller and have high marks for cooperative selling. I guarantee this will be a positive EBay experience for you. The information in the listing is just a brief description found on the internet that describes the item, please do your own research before purchasing, or contact a health professional for futher information about this item. Ebay does not allow me to give any medical advice pertaining to any of the herbal tems 1 Ounce (oz) = 28 Grams(gm) = 28000 Milligrams(mg) Please Note: As I do my best to keep the pictures in the description current, The color, cut, and packaging may vary slightly as I do not purchase more than I can sell in a couple months, and these can be different from batch to batch. Be assured that you are receiving the item you purchased Shipping for each additional item is $0.25 if all items are paid for in one Paypal transaction. Shipping discounts should automatically be applied when you check out, If not, Please click "Request Total". If you choose to pay for items individually, the shipping discount will not be applied.Please note: Feedback is left automatically, once it is received....If you plan on purchasing multiple items, all you need to do is add them to your cart first, then click checkout when finished, then all items will have discounted shipping charges.if you do pay for the items individually, they will be shipped by individually, so if you want to save money on your order, add to cart first.If you plan on purchasing multiple items, all you need to do is add them to your cart first, then click checkout when finished, then all items will have discounted shipping charges.if you do pay for the items individually, they will be shipped by individually, so if you want to save money on your order, add to cart first.

Price: 2.95 USD

Location: Fox Lake, Illinois

End Time: 2024-10-15T23:28:36.000Z

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