Aniseed
Indigenous to Turkey
but grown
worldwide, it grows up to 60cm in height. Only the seeds from the fruit
are used in whole for its oil or ground into a powder. The fruits are
covered
with short hairs with each fruit containing two dark seeds with light
ribs.
The aniseed seeds are often used in confectionery and used to flavor
some
food and drinks.
Warning
Pimpinella and
Illicium
verum (Chinese star anise) should not be confused with Japanese star
anise
(Illicium lanceolatum), which is poisonous.
Medical
Uses
Chest tightness,
Bronchitis,
Tracheitis or a Mild Asthma Attack reliever: Drinking Concentrated
aniseed
oil of 4 drops in warm water or regular infusion tea made from the
dried
seeds or fruits of the plant and drink when needed.
Expectorant for
hacking
coughs and catarrh chew and swallow up to a dozen seeds at a time or
take
infusion tea as needed.
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