Our Perilla (Shiso) Seeds are of wild collection. It is white in color.
Principal constituents: Αlpha-linolenic acid, linoleic acid, Oleic acid and so on.
Moreover, Preilla leaves are rich in calcium and iron, are used for seasoning, coloring, pickling and garnishing. Perilla leaves can be used whole or cut into strips.
Medicinal Use:
Perilla (Shiso) is a natural antiseptic and can prevent food poisoning when consumed with items such as raw fish. Shiso is used in many forms in medicine. It has been powdered and juiced. Extracts are also taken to aid in promoting health.
Shiso works against inflammation, so it has often been used on conditions such as the rheumatoid arthritis, food poisoning, and the common cold. Science has become extremely interested in shiso for this anti allergy ability. It has been used topically as an extract and shows tremendous promise at reducing allergic reactions and inflammation.
It is still being studied as part of treatment for respiratory conditions and is already used for certain skin conditions including hay fever, eczema and other allergies.