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Anise

Anise

Latin Name: Pimpinella anisum
Description of Appearance: Anise is an herbaceous annual plant with delicate feathery leaves and small white flowers clustered in an umbrella shape. The seeds of the plant are used for culinary and medicinal purposes.
Common Names:
  • Anise
  • Aniseed

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Menstrual pain relief

Active Ingredients: Phytoestrogens and antispasmodic effects
Part Of Plant Used: Seeds
Preperation Method: Tea, infusion, or as a spice in food

Digestive issues

Active Ingredients: Anethole, estragole, and other aromatic compounds
Part Of Plant Used: Seeds
Preperation Method: Tea, tinctures, or as a spice in cooking

Respiratory congestion and coughs

Active Ingredients: Expectorant properties of the aromatic compounds
Part Of Plant Used: Seeds or leaves
Preperation Method: Inhalation of steam from boiled seeds or leaves, infusion, or syrup

Antibacterial and antifungal properties

Active Ingredients: Thymol and terpineol
Part Of Plant Used: Seeds or oil
Preperation Method: Topical application or oral ingestion

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Phytoestrogens

Description Phytoestrogens are plant compounds that can mimic the hormone estrogen in the body. They are considered to be beneficial for their potential to support hormone balance.

Anethole

Description Anethole is a fragrant organic compound that is frequently found in essential oils and used as a flavoring agent.

Thymol

Description Thymol is a natural monoterpene phenol compound found in plants such as thyme and oregano.

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Common Names:
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Common Names:
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Description of Appearance: Ajwain is an herbaceous plant with delicate leaves and small white flowers.
Common Names:
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