Caraway

Common Name:

Caraway

Botanical Name:

Carum carvi

Short Description:

Caraway is a warming carminative herb traditionally used to relieve bloating, gas, and indigestion—especially in children and postpartum care. Its sweet, earthy flavor and gentle action make it ideal for delicate or sensitive digestion.

Parts Used:

Seeds (technically the dried fruit)

Actions:

Carminative, antispasmodic, mild galactagogue, digestive tonic

Energetics:

Warming, drying, aromatic

Body Systems:

Digestive, reproductive, nervous

Spiritual/Energetic Uses:

Calms the gut and the mind. Caraway softens inner tension, restores emotional comfort, and helps reawaken a sense of grounded safety and nourishment.

Planetary/Dosha Associations:

Planetary: Mercury
Dosha: Balances Vata and Kapha

Safety Notes:

Very safe, including for children. Often used in gripe water and nursing teas. May be mildly drying—pair with moistening herbs in dry constitutions.