Anise Star Illicium Verum    Digestive, pungent and de-toxifying.

Anise Star Illicium Verum is as Star anise or aniseed. In Latin- (Pimpinella anisum). This herb belongs to the Apiaceae family.

Originally from Asia, and now grown in the Mediterranean countries.  In ancient Rome, anise was often added (together with cumin and fennel) to a cake eaten after meals The Egyptians used the Anise to flavour breads. The Romans introduced Anise alongside Fennel and many other plants to Europe.

Similarly early settlers introduced  Star Anise to North America. Primarily, Anise was used to promote digestive health.

Properties

Star Anise Oil

• Anise oil and anethol have antibacterial.
• Antifungal,
• Antioxidant.
• Stimulant.
• Expectorant properties.

The essential oil relieves indigestion and flatulence and kills bacteria in the colon and small intestine.
The oil loosens mucus or phlegm in the respiratory tract and helps ease breathing troubles, asthma, and other respiratory issues.

Uses

• Anise oil – from cooking to flavorings to medications.
  Pain reliever – Provides relief for arthritic pain
  Antiseptic – Used to clean wounds and help protect against infections
  Decongestant/expectorant – Helps eliminate congestion in the respiratory tract
  Breast milk production – Has phytoestrogenic properties
  Libido enhancer – Used in ancient times as a sex driver enhancer and as an aphrodisiac
  Natural head lice remover – Like coconut oil, anise oil is a safer alternative to chemical lice treatments
  Insecticide – The oil is toxic to insects

Fragrance – Added to soaps, detergents, lotions, and skin creams

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