Jamaican Herbs and Spices - Jamaican Pimento (All Spice)
Jamaican Pimento (All Spice)
All Spice, more formally known as Pimento (Pimenta dioica), is indeginous to the Caribbean. Pimento is popular in Jamaica and is often used as a spice in cooking. Pimento is also in the used to make essential oils and extracts for the pharmaceutical industry. In some Caribbean nations, Pimento is said to be useful for menstrual cramps and abdominal pain.
Other Names
Pimento is known around the world by various names, such as: Jamaica pepper, myrtle pepper, pimenta, or pimento.
Industry Uses
Pimento is used primarily as a spice in cooking and is a popular choice for Caribbean nations as a natural substitue to treat menstral cramps and abdominal pains. Essential oil extracted from pimento is also used in the cosmetic industry.
Constituents and Characteristics
Pimento can be found in the woodlands of Jamaica, having a strong aromaitic smell. Pimento berries are dark brown in colour, with a course texture.