Anise Seeds
Anise, also known as
Pimpinella anisum, anís and
aniseed, is native to eastern Mediterranean, western Asia, and North America.
Anise came to the United States in the 18th century when each settler, according to law, had to bring and plant
6 Anise seeds.
Anise was used by the early Romans as a cough suppressant, poison antidote, and digestive aid.
The 11th century English used sachets of
Anise to sweeten their beds and bedding.
There are also Magical uses for
Anise which is a Moon Herb. It is said that you can carry
Anise for luck and burn it to increase psychic awareness. You can place the
Anise under your pillow at night to keep bad dreams away. It is so aromatic that a small amount crushed up can easily scent a jar of oil and
Anise makes an incense all on it's own.
Today, the sweet and slightly licorice taste of
Anise is used in making breads, cookies, and cakes. is also commonly used to flavor medicinal teas, cough mixture and pastilles.
Anise is used in Chinese medicine to treat a variety of stomach ailments and bronchitis. More recently, Shikimic Acid, extracted from
Anise, is an ingredient in the antiviral Tamiflu drug used to fight avian influenza.
Anise is an annual herb that grows up to 2 feet tall, with feathery leaves, umbels of yellow flowers, and rigid gray-green seeds.
NOTE: Not to be confused with Japanese Star Anise or Star Anise
Also available:
Indian Spice Herbal Tea Blend
Five Spice Powder
Licorice Basil Seeds
