Anise seeds

Anise is an annual plant that belongs to the species Pimpinella anisum. Anise comes from the eastern Mediterranean or the Middle East and Europe, Asia and America. The stem is straight and has a height ranging from 25 to 75 centimeters. The seeds are oval, hard and light brown. Anise is used as seasoning and medicine. The flavor is distinctive and it smells like fennel. The anise has a characteristic aroma with spasmolytic and expectorant properties. Anise heals cold, cough and respiratory problems. Moreover, anise is used in alcoholic drinking such as absinthe, ouzo and raki. It is suitable for pastries and the sweet.