- A herbaceous annual plant that blooms with little white flowers and produces a small, oblong seed.
- A member of the family of plants that includes carrots, caraway, cumin, dill, fennel, and cilantro.
- Has a strong licorice-like flavor and scent, and the essential oil is used to flavor licorice candy.
- In herbal medicine, anise is considered to have carminative properties and to soothe the digestive system.
Suggested Use: Indigenous to the Middle East and Southwestern Asia, this aromatic seed has been enjoyed for centuries in a variety of confections as well as loaves of bread and savory dishes, added to flavor herbal medicines and liquors, and often served as a digestive after meals. It is known to balance the flavors of bay leaf and cinnamon and works well in combination with allspice, cardamom, cloves, cumin, fennel, garlic, nutmeg, pepper and star anise.Storage: Store in a cool, dark, dry place in a sealed container.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
Certified Organic
Egypt
4oz Whole Seeds
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