Dried caraway seed (Carum carvi), warm and earthy.
Traditionally used in herbalism: A warming aromatic seed treasured as a carminative — traditionally taken after meals to ease bloating, gas, and digestive cramping, and baked into breads as much for digestion as for flavour. A staple of European folk herbalism.
A little lore: A herb of protection, fidelity, and retention — said to keep things (and loved ones) from being lost or stolen.
Close to home: Yes — caraway is a hardy biennial that grows in Ontario and can naturalize.
In your cup & cauldron: Steep as a tea, bake into breads, or carry in keeping-and-protection sachets.
Offered for traditional and metaphysical purposes only. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, or taking medication.