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Foeniculum vulgare

Foeniculum vulgare

Latin Name: Fennel
Description of Appearance: Feathery leaves, yellow flowers
Common Names:
  • Foeniculum vulgare

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Relief of colic in infants

Active Ingredients: Various compounds with calming properties
Part Of Plant Used: Seeds, tea
Preperation Method: Decoction, herbal tea

Menstrual problems

Active Ingredients: Phytoestrogens, anethole
Part Of Plant Used: Seeds
Preperation Method: Tea, tincture

Respiratory congestion

Active Ingredients: Phytochemicals with expectorant properties
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves, seeds
Preperation Method: Steam inhalation, herbal infusion

Digestive aid

Active Ingredients: Anethole, fenchone, estragole
Part Of Plant Used: Seeds, leaves
Preperation Method: Infusion, essential oil extraction

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.

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