Description – Anise, also called aniseed or anix, is a flowering plant in the family Apiaceae native to the eastern Mediterranean region and Southwest Asia. The flavor and aroma of its seeds have similarities with some other spices, such as star anise, fennel, and liquorice from which the aniseed is obtained.
Application – Anise is well known for its ability to decrease bloating and settle the digestive tract in adults as well as in children. Because of its antirheumatic, antispasmodic and an antiseptic effect, it is used in the certain body pains and for wound healing. Owing to its sedative, anti-hysteric and anti-epileptic properties, it is used to calm down epilepsy attacks.