- Other Names
- Peppercorn, Black Peppercorn, and Kaali Mirch
- Farming Method
- Certified Organic
- Plant Part
- Fruit
- Country of Origin
- Sri Lanka
- Application Method
- Diffusion, Inhalation, Massage, and Topical
- Scientific Name
- Piper nigrum
- Extraction Method
- Steam Distilled
About the Plant:
Discover the beauty and benefits of pepper berry plants, whose graceful clusters drape from lush green vines that can reach up to 33 feet in height. The black pepper oil extracted from these berries is a pungent wonder that aromatherapy enthusiasts adore. It can be used in a range of cosmetics such as massage oils, salves, and perfumes, providing a natural and invigorating scent to these products.
Peppercorns are the actual fruit of a flowering vine from the Piperaceae family, characterized by green, wide-leafed vines that wind and twist until cylindrical clusters of the small, yet powerful, berries ripen. These fruits have a thin skin, very little actual fruit, and a large seed, making them a precious commodity. Depending on the strength and type of pepper desired, the fruits are picked at varying degrees of ripeness before being processed with care and expertise to bring out the best in their flavor and aroma.
Where It Grows:
The vine of Black Pepper is native to India but is grown in nearly every tropical region. Vietnam currently grows and exports the most Black Pepper, totaling around 35% of the world’s supply, followed by India, Brazil, China and Sri Lanka. Used in practically every single style of cuisine imaginable pepper is the most traded spice worldwide and makes up 20% of the world’s total spice trade. In fact, the black pepper trade is worth billions of dollars annually!
Traditional Uses and Lore:
Black Pepper, nicknamed as ‘black gold’ and the ‘king of spices’, is the most important and widely consumed spice in the world. Pepper has grown in India for thousands of years and was first introduced to the West after the global conquests of Alexander the Great (4th century BC). Pepper was so precious in ancient times that it was used as money to pay taxes, tributes, dowries, and rent. It was weighed like gold and used as a common medium of exchange. In AD 410, when Rome was captured, 3,000 pounds of pepper were demanded as ransom.
Black Pepper Oil is produced by the steam distillation of the dried, crushed, not-quite-ripe fruits of the pepper plant. However, Ancient Romans and Greeks loved pepper before this was a possibility. In fact, the ancient Roman cookbook, Apicius, written in 4 AD uses black pepper in 80% of its recipes. Pepper was used in ancient Roman cuisine and became a status symbol of fine medieval European cookery.
It’s not too much of a surprise considering this piquant little spice has been beloved for thousands of years. For a long time, is was primarily utilized as a medicine. The spice was even used in preserving mummies Ramses the Great’s body had peppercorns stuffed in the nostrils to help keep the body clean) and thought by many to cure insomnia and toothaches.
Pepper has been esteemed as a spice in India since time immemorial and is dispersed in trade throughout the world. In the Middle Ages in Europe, pepper was of great importance to season and preserve meat and to mask the odors of rancid foods. Pepper is used in Ayurvedic medicine for its carminative, warming, and eliminative properties.
Other Facts:
- Scent: Dry, Warm, and Spicy Aroma
- Fragrance Note: Middle Note
- Composition: Limonene, β-Caryophyllene, α-Pinene, β-Pinene, and δ-3-Carene
- Family: Piperaceae Family
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- USDA Certified Organic
- Encourages Positive Digestion
- Eases Stiff Muscles and Pain
- Promotes Healthy Circulation and Heart Health
Pepper Black Organic Essential Oil has a warm, spicy aroma reminiscent of freshly ground black pepper. Its dry and woody essence is sure to delight and soothe, just as the essential oils with high terpene/sesquiterpene content. It is not as pungent as Black Pepper Seeds are because the pungent principle is not contained in the essential oil. Overall, it is a rather mild oil!
Experience the many benefits of Black Pepper Essential Oil, including reducing muscle injuries and soothing aches and pains.* Stimulate positive digestion, regulate nausea, and encourage a healthy appetite.* Black Pepper Essential Oil also improves mood, reduces anxiety and stress, and aids against neurological effects.*
Promote heart health and healthy circulation, increase sweating and urination, and help lower high blood pressure.* Encourage the natural elimination of toxins and improve respiratory health by reducing inflammation in the lungs and promoting the removal of mucus and clearing infections.* Elevate your wellness routine with the versatile and powerful benefits of Black Pepper Essential Oil.
With its warming, anti-inflammatory, and anti-spasmodic properties, Black Pepper Essential Oil is the perfect solution for reducing muscle injuries, tendonitis, and symptoms of arthritis and rheumatism.* In a study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, patients reported improved pain tolerance and significant reduction in neck pain when using a cream composed of Black Pepper, Marjoram, Lavender, and Peppermint Essential Oils.* Try diluting Black Pepper into a carrier oil to feel the soothing relief in your muscles and beyond.*
Black pepper is also known for its potential respiratory benefits. It contains a compound called piperine, which has been shown to have potential anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties. This means that it may help reduce inflammation in the respiratory system and promote the elimination of mucus from the lungs.* In addition, Black Pepper has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat respiratory conditions such as asthma and bronchitis.* Inhaling Black Pepper Oil is helpful in preventing viral infections such as colds and flu and clearing upper respiratory infections.* Apply a diluted blend to a congested chest to help with loosening mucus and make coughing it up easier.*
For those of you with digestive issues, inhaling Black Pepper Essential Oil can help stimulate your digestive system.* This means your body secretes digestive juices properly with the right enzymes to ensure effective digestion.* Massaging your stomach with a Black Pepper Oil blend can improve indigestion, nausea, diarrhea, constipation and excess gas.* If you are suffering constipation or dealing with symptoms of IBS, Black Pepper Essential Oil can help with that too.*
Did you know that Black Pepper Essential Oil can improve swallowing function in people with neurological disorders? This unique essential oil is a strong appetite stimulant, which not only increases food intake, but also promotes better reflexive swallowing movements.* In fact, research shows that inhaling Black Pepper Oil activates the insular or orbitofrontal cortex, resulting in improved swallowing ability.* If you or someone you know have difficulty with swallowing due to neurological disorders or stroke, consider incorporating Black Pepper Essential Oil into your routine.* Its unique peppery smell can stimulate your appetite, while its neurological effects can aid in better swallowing function.*
Black Pepper Essential Oil has many health benefits, including promoting healthy circulation which can promote sweating, urination, and lower high blood pressure.* Studies have shown that the active component of black pepper, piperine, has a blood pressure-lowering effect.* Ayurvedic medicine recognizes black pepper's warming properties that can improve circulation and heart health when used internally or topically.* By combining Black Pepper Oil with Cinnamon or Turmeric, you can enhance its warming properties.
When combined with your body's natural eliminatory system, excess fats, salt, water, urea, and uric acid are removed from your body.* Uric acid is associated with joint pain, arthritis, and gout.* Eliminating toxins makes you healthier, helps with weight loss, and lowers blood pressure.* Black Pepper Essential Oil is also useful for improving glucose tolerance and liver function and has antibacterial, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties that make it a great choice for cleaning.*
According to a clinical study published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence, Black Pepper Oil can help suppress smoking withdrawal symptoms.* Specifically, cravings for cigarettes were significantly reduced in the group that puffed on a device emitting vapor from Black Pepper Essential Oil.* This essential oil has been known for its ability to reduce anxiety and stress, offering a calming effect by soothing nerves and relaxing muscles.* Those trying to quit smoking can benefit from incorporating this oil into their routine, as it not only minimizes cravings but also mitigates certain withdrawal symptoms.* Improve your mood and attain balance by trying Black Pepper Essential Oil.*
The following is a list of conditions which Black Pepper Essential Oil addresses by category:
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Diffusion / Inhalation (add a few drops to a nebulizer or nasal inhaler):
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Blends Well With:
- Clove Bud, Coriander, Lemongrass, Nutmeg, and Patchouli.
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Safety Precautions:
- Black Pepper is vulnerable to oxidation if not stored properly.
- Black Pepper Essential Oil can cause skin sensitization if oxidized.
- This oil is not recommended for use in baths.
General Safety Precautions:
- Use essential oils only in diluted form on the skin and never internally.
- Always be careful when using essential oils with children.
- Give them only low doses, or better, consult a qualified aromatherapy expert before using.
- Also, use essential oils with care and only under the proper guidance of an expert while pregnant or if you have liver damage, epilepsy, cancer, or other serious health problems.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Bottles are filled by volume. Some bottle sizes may not be filled to the top, but do contain the volume of oil specified.
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