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Anise (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO)
A known digestive-aid, anti- flatulence agent and fights off coughs and colds! It has a long history of medicinal uses, but widely known for effectively fighting off your common colds or coughs.
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| 0.25 inches deep |
12" apart |
10-20 days |
70+ degrees |
Early spring |
2-4 feet |
1 feet
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1 |
What is Anise?
Anise is known for it's very aromatic seeds which are mostly used for cooking and herbal medicine. It is a flowering plant which has leaves that taste similar to licorice, fennel or tarragon. You may be familiar with the Anise flavor if you've had absinthe, because Anise seeds are the basis for this famous alcoholic beverage.
Health Benefits of Anise
Anise has a history of being used as a spice and fragrance. Uses range from treatment of digestive problems to toothaches. It helps breathing, relives pain, and eases thirst. Bloated? Try consuming a little anise. It also has been used to treat asthma, bronchitis and coughs.
Ways to Consume Anise
Anise is often added to licorice flavored foods and treats, but also wonderful when paired with dairy products, gelatin's, puddings meats and candies. It is commonly used as a spice, but the seeds can be used as a breath freshener.
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