Anise Seeds: 16 oz (1 lb) - Alive Herbals

ANISE SEED - Anise is indigenous to southwest Asia and the Mediterranean region. Perhaps its most important quality is its versatility as the plant has applications in cooking, health, and medicine. As both an herb and a spice, the anise plant offers some properties that are beneficial to the human body.

While they may belong to the same family of Apiaceae, aniseed powder is not to be confused with star anise or fennel. Anise is a flowering herbaceous plant that is annual in nature and will typically grow up to 3ft tall. The anise plant has white flowers and oblong fruits which are also known as aniseeds. While it is now predominantly grown in Europe, anise was first grown in Egypt and in the middle east.

Anise Seed benefits:

• Rich in nutrients
• May reduce symptoms of depression
• Could protect against stomach ulcers