Khella Ammi Visnaga Essential Oil

Khella Essential Oil – Ammi visnaga

Khella essential oil, extracted from the plant Ammi visnaga, is a gem in aromatherapy with a long history dating back to Ancient Egypt and the Middle Ages. Known for improving breathing and easing pain, it remains highly valued in North Africa and southern Spain.

🌿 Traditional Therapeutic Properties

• Bronchodilator: Supports easier breathing and helps with asthma crises.
• Antispasmodic: Relaxes muscular spasms and relieves tension.
• Muscle relaxant: Eases stiffness and contractions.
• Coronary dilator: Stimulates blood circulation.
• Renal colic relief: Traditionally used to ease kidney stone pain.

✨ Traditional Uses

• Respiratory system: Useful for asthma and congestion, applied to chest and neck.
• Urinary system: Relieves renal colic pain.
• Digestive system: Eases stomach and biliary colics.
• Circulatory system: Improves circulation.

💆 Topical Uses

For breathing and calming anxiety

Blend: 10 drops Khella + 10 Roman Chamomile + 10 Tansy + 10 Eucalyptus globulus in 8 ml St. John’s Wort oil.
Application: Massage on chest and neck at the first sign of breathing difficulty.

To relax the mind before sleep

Blend: 10 drops Khella + 10 Ylang Ylang + 10 Roman Chamomile in 10 ml Sesame oil.
Application: Apply on feet soles and solar plexus before bedtime.

🌸 Tradition & Cultural Use

Used in Africa and Spain for respiratory and urinary conditions, Khella has long been a natural ally against asthma and renal colics.

🌟 Additional Benefits

Promotes calm and relaxation, improving quality of life for those with respiratory or circulatory issues.

⚠️ Precautions

• Always dilute: Recommended 1–3% in carrier oil.
• Patch test: Test on elbow fold before use.
• Avoid during pregnancy, breastfeeding and in children < 12 years.
• Photosensitivity: Avoid sun for 16h after application.
• Do not ingest unless under qualified medical supervision.
• Consult doctor if taking medication for heart or respiratory conditions.

📦 Storage

Keep in a dark glass bottle, tightly closed, in a cool, dry place. More info: Essential Oil Storage

🧾 Identification

Botanical name: Ammi visnaga / visnaga vera
Extraction method: Steam distillation
Distilled part: Fruit / seed
INCI: Visnaga vera fruit extract

🔒 Safety

• Keep out of reach of children.
• May cause allergic reaction (H317).
• Not for prolonged use on sensitive skin.
• Safe in diffuser, moderate inhalation only.

ℹ️ Important

Information provided is educational and not a medical prescription. Never replace medical advice. Internal use only under professional guidance.