Species (Family)
Pimpinella anisum L. (Apiaceae/Umbelliferae)
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Synonyms(s)
Anise, Anisi Fructus, Anisum, Anisum officinarum Moench., Anisum unlgare Gaertn.
Part(s) Used
Fruit
Food Use
Aniseed is used extensively as a spice and is listed by the Council of Europe as a natural source of food flavouring (category N2). This category allows small quantities of aniseed to be added to foodstuffs, with a possible limitation of an active principle (as yet unspecified) in the final product. In the USA, aniseed is listed as GRAS (Generally Recognised As Safe)
Herbal User
Anieed is stated to possess expectorant, antispasmodic, carminative and parasiticde properties. Traditionally, it has been used for bronchial catarrh, pertussis, spasmodic cough, flatulent colic; topically for pediculosis and scabies; its most specific use is for bronchitis, tracheitis with persistent cough, and as an aromatic adjuvant to prevent colic following the use of cathartics.
Aniseed has been used as an oestrogenic agent. It has been reputed to increase mile secretion, promote menstruation, facilitate birth, alleviate symptoms of the male climacteric and increase libido.
Dosage
Dried fruit Adults: 1.0 - 5.0 g crushed fruits in 150mL water as an infusion several times daily. Children: 0-1 year old, 1.0g of crushed fruits as an infusion; 1-4 years of age, 2.0g; over 4 years, use adult dose.
Pics of Aniseed
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Starwest Botanicals Organic Anise Seed, 1-pound Bag
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