Vol. 12, Issue 3 (2023)

Author(s):
Jayashri Mahadev Swamy, Ajay Sonvane, Vaishali Matpathi and Ganapathi Naik M

Abstract:
Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi) from the Apiaceae family is distributed throughout India and is mostly cultivated in Gujarat and Rajasthan. Ajwain exhibits several biological effects including analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anxiolytic and antispasmodic activities. The major components of the plant extract are thymol, terpinene, phlandrene, pinene group, myrcene, and cymene which are mostly of oxygenated monoterpenes. Its thymol is known as a major chemical compound and as an antibacterial and antifungal drug. Ajwain is rich in vitamins and minerals; it is also concentrated in health-promoting phytonutrients such as carotenoids (βcarotene and lutein) and flavonoids which provides powerful antioxidant protection. Ajwain oil has also been reported to possess to a broad spectrum of fungi toxic behavior against all tested fungi. The present study indicated that the role of Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi) as a feed additives in aquaculture.