Medicinal
Ayurveda
Ajwain
Trachyspermum ammi
Ajwain is an aromatic annual herb known for its small seeds with a strong, thyme-like flavor, widely used in cooking and traditional medicine for digestive health.
Quick Facts
Height: 30–90 cm m
Blooms: January–April
Branched green stems, feathery aromatic leaves, small white umbels of flowers
15–30°C
Visit Information
Location
Field cultivation, home gardens, kitchen herb beds
Best Viewing Time
Annual
Habitat & Care
Natural Habitat
Dry temperate and subtropical regions
Lifespan
Annual
Temperature Range
Warm and dry
Significance
Medicinal Uses
Spice in cooking, herbal teas, Ayurvedic digestive remedies
Cultural Significance
Seeds have strong aromatic oil rich in thymol
Conservation Status
Cultivated widely
Did You Know?
Commonly used in Indian spice mixes
Helps ease indigestion and gas
Strong pungent aroma when crushed
Thymol in seeds has antimicrobial properties
Plan Your Visit
Come and see this amazing plant species in person at Patna Zoo