Épices Rœllinger Raw Spices<Ajowan

Originally, Ajowan would come from the Middle East. The Sanskrit word “yavani” means “Greek spice” in reference to the ancient Greek possessions in the Middle East during Antiquity.
The ancient Romans thought it was a variety of cumin. It is also called “Ethiopian cumin” and looks like a miniature cumin seeds.
Ajowan being composed of thymol essential oil, its thyme fragrance appears especially after it is crushed. It is also designated as the “Indian thyme”, that shows the versatility of these appearances according to the cultures where it occurs.
Today, Ajowan crops are mainly in India.