Allspice certainly smells like the culinary spice. It may be known as pimento, bay and pimenta berry. Antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antiseptic and antiparasitic. Generally stimulating. Used for dental infections and viral infections, for sinusitis and colds. A stomach tonic for flatulence and indigestion. Treats depression and nervous exhaustion, arthritis, fatigue, stiffness. Used in massage and for the respiratory system as an inhalant. Can be an irritant to the skin. Avoid during pregnancy.