What is Anise?

Anise or Aniseed, which has the scientific name pimpinella anisum , is a herb that comes from the family apiaceae or carrot family. This herb is the best known for its aromatic seeds. The taste of the seeds resembles the taste of fennel, which comes from the same family; or liquorice that comes from another plant family. Aniseed oil is often used to increase the taste of liquorice candies.

History

This plant could come in Asia, but since then it has spread to Europe, North Africa, the Middle East and North America. The ancient Egyptians and the Romans used it as a spice. This is also used throughout history for healing purposes and for its fragrance.

Description

Like other members of her family, anise is a tall plant with grim green leaflets. It grows to a height of 1.5 to 4 feet (46 to 122 cm). Flowers are white and fruit that looks like ribbed seeds and is often referred to as seed, is gray-green or elevenish-brown when mature.

Gardening

annual, pimpinella anisum is not doing well, so it is best planted in place and thinned at about 12 inches (31 cm) apart, depending on diversity. Foot stems may require support to prevent breaking, and the chains along each side of the rows are one solution. The fruit takes months to ripen.

food and other use

The stem of this plant, which has the same characteristic taste as seeds, can be consumed as vegetables. Seeds are often used in cookies such as Biscotti and German Springerle, as well as in bread and sausage. They are also used as a spice in curry and hoisin. Oil from this plant is used for several liqueurs, including Anisette and Ouzo, as well as in liqueur. The oil is also used, inter alia, in toothpaste, chewing rubber, cough syrup and soap.

these plants can be used to prepare the Tisan or herbal čAje, which was recommended as lactation aid. There are several commercially available teas that include an anise extract with other components. In newborns, however, there could be the possibility of a toxic response to anise, so mothers who are breastfeeding, should be checked before consuming this type of tea before eating their pediatricians.

preservation

After harvesting, the seeds of this plant should be dried. Short stint in the furnace set to 100 ° Fahrenheit (38 ° Celsius) is recommended that the seeds do not recognize insects. The seeds should be stored in a cool and dry place.

Hladning anise

Although Anise Star has a similar name, it is a completely different plant. Strong anise comes from the Illiciaceae family. However, it contains the same prominent aromatic compound as anise, called Anethol.