🌿 Parsley Seeds (بذور البقدونس)
Botanical Name: Petroselinum crispum
Also Known As: Garden parsley seeds
📝 General Description
Parsley seeds are the small, oval-shaped fruits of the Petroselinum crispum plant. They are used both for cultivation and for their essential oil content. These seeds possess a strong, earthy aroma and are valued for their therapeutic benefits in traditional herbal practices. While not commonly used in cooking like the leaves, they are often used in herbal infusions and oil extraction.
🔬 Physical Properties
Color: Light brown to grayish-brown
Shape: Oval, slightly curved
Size: 2–3 mm
Texture: Dry and hard
Odor: Strong, aromatic, earthy
Taste: Bitter, slightly spicy
Moisture Content: ≤ 10%
Purity: ≥ 99%
Foreign Matter: ≤ 0.5%
🧪 Chemical Properties
Volatile Oil Content: ≥ 2%
Total Ash: ≤ 8%
Acid Insoluble Ash: ≤ 1.5%
Active Compounds: Apiol, myristicin, limonene
🍽️ Nutritional Information (per 100g) (approximate)
Energy: 350–380 kcal
Protein: 12–14 g
Fat: 15–18 g
Carbohydrates: 45–50 g
Fiber: 20–25 g
Calcium: 1100–1300 mg
Iron: 15–18 mg
Magnesium: 200–250 mg
✅ Quality Standards
Clean, uniform seeds with natural aroma
Free from contaminants, mold, and additives
GMO-free
Meets ISO, HACCP, FDA, and EU quality requirements
🧫 Microbiological Standards
Total Plate Count: < 100,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold: < 1,000 cfu/g
E. coli: Negative
Salmonella: Absent in 25g
Coliforms: < 100 cfu/g
📦 Packaging & Storage
Packaging: Available in 25–50 kg polypropylene bags or paper sacks (customizable)
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from sunlight
Shelf Life: 18 to 24 months under optimal conditions
Origin: Egypt
🛠️ Applications
Source of essential oil for pharmaceutical and cosmetic use
Used in herbal teas and infusions
Cultivation for parsley herb production
Traditional use for urinary and digestive health
Included in some detoxifying herbal blends
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