Pimentio botanically known as Pimenta Officinalis or Pimenta Diocia is an evergreen tree which is inherent to South America and Caribbean Islands. It is also commonly called as allspice due to the scent it possesses is the combination of cinnamon, clove, pepper, cardamom and other spices. Pimento essential oil is extracted from the leaves and fruits of Pimento plant with the use of steam distillation process which results yellow to brown liquid with fresh, spicy and warm smell. This essential oil possesses the main constituents such as caryophyllene, cineol, methyl eugenol, eugenol and phellandrene. The warming effect of essential oil helps to relieve depression, stress problems, exhaustion and nervous tension. It is anesthetic, warming and analgesic.

History

It is native to Caribbean Islands, Central America and Jamaica. Firstly the seeds of pimento were introduced by Christopher Columbus to Europe. It was used in Mexico as an aid for stomach problems, menstrual cramps and cold. It tones stomach and treats digestive problems.

Health Benefits of Pimento essential oil

Pimento essential oil possess antioxidant, analgesic, anesthetic, antiseptic, antioxidant, carminative, rubefacient, relaxant, tonic and stimulant properties. The health benefits of Pimento essential oil are discussed below:

1. Relieve pain

Pimento essential oil has anesthetic properties that help to lower pain caused due to muscular or bone injuries, neuralgia, stings or insect bites.

2. Numbing effect

Pimento essential oil provides numbing effect on nerves that helps to overcome pain caused by headaches, wounds, arthritis, colds and gout.

3. Eliminate free radicals

The antioxidant property found in Pimento essential oil helps to prevent the damage caused due to free radicals and oxidation. It could neutralize oxidants or free radicals and repairs the existing damage.

4. Prevent tetanus

The infection on wounds, gall bladder, urethra, kidneys and urinary tracts are tetanus and sepic. The infants have high chances of getting tetanus and septic that could spread rapidly in the body. It results to muscular cramps, convulsions, pain, breathlessness, hydrophobia and insanity. It also inhibits bacterial growth.

5. Treat indigestion

Intestinal gases are disturbing, painful and embarrassing and also could be fatal. It could cause unrest, indigestion, stomach aches, rheumatism, continuous hiccups, heaviness, chest pain, cramps, death, heart problems and high blood pressure.

6. Relieve anxiety

Pimento essential oil relaxes nerves, muscles, brain and blood vessels. It provides relief from anxiety, stress, nervous afflictions, anger, hypertension, convulsions, mental unrest, insomnia and depression.

7. Increase blood flow

Pimento essential oil has rubefacient properties that raise the blood circulation in the skin. It should be used in adequate amounts because excessive use could result in skin irritation.

8. Metabolism

It promotes the circulation of blood, secretion of enzymes, hormones, digestion and bodily functions. It also maintains proper metabolism. It promotes the cells growth and generation.

9. Tones immune system

Pimento essential oil tones spleen, liver, nervous system, stomach, metabolism and endocrine system. It assist growth and protects body from various conditions.

 Traditional uses

• It is used to treat chest problems, rheumatism, depression, bronchitis and stress.
• It is an aid for nervous tension, nausea, stomach cramps, flatulence, digestion and exhaustion.
• It provides relief from muscle and joint aches.
• It is used for respiratory problems as well.
• It is useful for lack of energy and nervous exhaustion.

Precautions                                                                                                 

• Excessive use of this oil could cause irritation to the skin and mucus membrane.
• It should be used in low amounts.
• Avoid using by pregnant women.
• People with sensitive skin should not use it.

Other Facts        

It is often blended with the essential oils of geranium, ginger, orange, lavender, ylang ylang and patchouli.

Pimento essential oil facts

Pimento also known as Allspice tastes the combination of juniperberry, cloves, pepper and cinnamon. The essential oil of Pimento is commonly used in perfumes and men’s fragrances. Pimento essential oil is not commonly used in aromatherapy though it possesses therapeutic and medicinal uses.

Pimento essential oil facts and benefits Quick Facts
Name:	Pimento essential oil facts and benefits
Origin	It is native to Caribbean Islands, Central America and Jamaica. Firstly the seeds of pimento were introduced by Christopher Columbus to Europe.
Colors	Pale yellow-Brown
Health benefits	Relieve pain, Numbing effect, Eliminate free radicals, Prevent tetanus, Treat indigestion

Name	Pimento essential oil facts and benefits
Scientific Name of Pimento plant	Pimenta Officinalis or Pimenta Dioica
Native	It is native to Caribbean Islands, Central America and Jamaica. Firstly the seeds of pimento were introduced by Christopher Columbus to Europe. It was used in Mexico as an aid for stomach problems, menstrual cramps and cold. It tones stomach and treats digestive problems.
Parts used	Leaves, berries
Color	Pale yellow-Brown
Consistency	Thin
Flavor/aroma	Warm, clove, spicy, sweet
Health Benefits	Relieve pain Numbing effect Eliminate free radicals Prevent tetanus Treat indigestion Relieve anxiety Increase blood flow Metabolism Tones immune system
Traditional uses	It is a treatment for chest problems, rheumatism, depression, bronchitis and stress. It aids nervous tension, nausea, stomach cramps, flatulence, digestion and exhaustion. It also relieves aching of muscle and joints.
Precautions	Its overuse causes irritation of skin and mucus membrane. Use it in adequate amounts. Avoid by pregnant women. People with sensitive skin should avoid it.
Other Facts	It is blended with geranium, ginger, orange, lavender, ylang ylang and patchouli.