Western cuisines have long used anise to flavor dishes, drinks, and candies. The word is used for both the species of herb and its licorice -like flavor.

People use anise for indigestion, constipation, migraine, menopausal symptoms, and many other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. Don't confuse anise with...

Dec 27, 2024 · Star anise is a star-shaped pod (actually, there are usually eight points, so it’s more flower-like than star-like) that grow on evergreen shrubs native to Southwest China. Both the pods …

Oct 15, 2018 · Anise seed, or aniseed, is often used to add flavor to desserts and drinks, but it's also known for its powerful health-promoting properties. Here are 7 benefits and uses of anise seed.

Dec 10, 2025 · Anise is an herb of the parsley family (Apiaceae), cultivated chiefly for its dry fruits, called aniseed, whose the flavor resembles licorice. Anise is widely used to flavor pastries, meat dishes, …

Sep 8, 2025 · Anise is an annual herb that grows 0.3 to 0.6 m and is cultivated widely throughout the world. The flowers are yellow, compound umbels and its leaves are feather shaped. The greenish …

Nov 10, 2025 · Sweetly aromatic and unmistakably licorice-like, anise seeds add warmth to breads, cookies, and liqueurs—and a gentle lift to savory dishes, teas, and spice blends. Behind the flavor …

Oct 7, 2025 · There is little strong evidence to support the health benefits of anise. Findings from available studies are generally limited by their small size. To date, no supplement is used to prevent …

Pimpinella anisum, commonly known as anise or anise seed, is more than just a baking spice. With its tiny crescent-shaped seeds and sweet, aromatic flavor, it brings a warm, licorice-like taste to …

Known as aniseed, the fruits are tiny, brownish-grey, and have a sweet, licorice-like flavour. Anise is mainly cultivated for its seeds, which are used in various culinary and medicinal applications.