The Vikings cultivated a plant they called "dilla," or "soothing," as a remedy for colic in babies. The easy-to-grow dill has become an essential ingredient in cuisines around the world. "Dill seed" actually isn't seed but the flat, oval, dark brown whole fruits of the herb. The term "dill " refers to the green leaves (and sometimes stems) of the plant. Dill seed and dill have different chemical compositions, different uses in cooking, and different applications in herbal healing.  

The Vikings cultivated a plant they called "dilla," or "soothing," as a remedy for colic in babies. The easy-to-grow dill has become an essential ingredient in cuisines around the world. "Dill seed" actually isn't seed but the flat, oval, dark brown whole fruits of the herb. The term "dill " refers to the green leaves (and sometimes stems) of the plant. Dill seed and dill have different chemical compositions, different uses in cooking, and different applications in herbal healing.