Dill is top of the “mineral hit list” in the herb world and has been used as a medicinal and spice plant for over 5,000 years. Dill originated in the Orient and Southern Europe. Today, however, it is widespread. In use, dill is one of the typical fish herbs with its sweet, spicy, fennel-like aroma. The green plant is also used to refine soups, sauces and raw foods as well as cucumbers.