Carum carvi

Carum carvi

Caraway · Kommen

Scandinavia Collection

Museum-quality giclée print on 189gsm Enhanced Matte paper. Archival, fade-resistant inks ensure years of vibrant display. The matte finish eliminates glare and gives a premium, tactile quality.

Original illustration from Köhler's Medizinal-Pflanzen (1887), carefully colour-corrected from high-resolution library scans.

Produced on demand — nothing is printed until you order.

Each poster includes a scientifically verified description of the plant's medicinal properties, based on EMA and WHO monographs.

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About this plant

The fruits of Carum carvi contain D-carvone, the monoterpene responsible for its characteristic aroma, and limonene. The quintessential Scandinavian spice and the defining botanical of akvavit, Scandinavia's national spirit since the 15th century. The earliest documented Norwegian akvavit dates to 1531. Finland is the world's largest caraway producer.