Anise Seed
Common Name: Anise
Botanical Name: (Pimpinella anisum) Growing Information: Native to the Mediterranean and parts of Southwest Asia. First cultivated in Egypt and then brought to Europe for it’s medicinal value. Parts Used: Seeds Properties: Carminative, Stimulant, Expectorant Uses: •Widely used in culinary applications including baking and liquor. •Helps to warm the abdomen to assist with issues of nausea, gas, and indigestion. •Is sometimes used as a substitute for licorice. •Paste made of seeds can be used to help with migraines. Folktales, Facts, and History: Should not be confused with the Star Anise plant. |