Petroselini fructus

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Extract from the parsley fruit (falsely parsley seeds).

Ingredient(s)
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20-22% fatty oil, 3-7% essential oil, petrosilane (petroselin = glyceride of petroselinic acid), apiin, coumarins.

Internal therapy
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Diuretic, stomachic, indigestion, relieves menstrual cramps.

Note(s)
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During pregnancy, one should not consume large quantities of parsley, because parsley could cause a miscarriage. The medical use of parsley extracts is not recommended because of the high toxicity of the extracts.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020