1 Plant in a 4 inch cup
Trachyspermum ammi
Ajowan is an important commercial spice crop in India where the pungent, aromatic seeds are in great demand in curries, pickles, confectionery and beverages. Has a strong pungent and bitter flavor with a flavor profile similar to anise and cumin and smell almost exactly like thyme. A little goes a long way! The seed is often dry roasted in a pan and crushed slightly to release oils and bring out flavour.
Used medicinally for sore throat, bronchitis and cough.Grows like cumin or dill. Ht. 30-100 cm/1-3 ft.