Anethum graveolens

MEDICINAL PROPERTIES
Satakuppa is an annual plant, growing up to 1.5 m in height. It has fern-like, pinnately divided, feathery leaves, about 0.3 m long. Flower stems are stiff and hollow. Flowers are borne in large, compound umbels. They are small and numerous, yellow in color, with tiny petals rolled inward. Fruit is a flat pod, bitter in taste. Whole plant is strongly aromatic, with taste similar to caraway.
Satakuppa is considered to have antispasmodic, anti-cancer, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, diuretic and carminative properties. Dill oil is very useful in cases of hyperacidity, flatulence, indigestion and indigestion related diarrhea. Its daily consumption promotes digestion and alleviates or prevents constipation. Dill leaves can be used as a poultice in cases of blood boils and ulcers. Combined with sesame oil, they can help ease swollen joints. Seeds are very helpful in treatment of bad breath and respiratory problems (such as colds, influenza, bronchitis etc.).
Monoterpenes and flavonoids found in Satakuppa essential oil are responsible for its anti-microbial action. Satakuppa is also used as a herbal remedy for insomnia, and can be helpful for lactating women, since it increases milk flow