Often confused with star anise - a spice from an entirely different plant but with a similar flavor profile - anise stands out for its unique culinary versatility, making it an 'edimental'.

While it’s more commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, growing star anise in your kitchen garden is a feasible and rewarding experience. With the right conditions, this plant can ...

Illicium, also known as anise shrub, is a genus of flowering shrubs with 38 known species. Of those, two are most commonly found in our North Carolina landscapes: Illicium floridanum and Illicium ...

The flavonoid anethole and terpene linalool in star anise may help stop fungal growth, making it useful for both human and plant infections. Anethole may support carbohydrate metabolism and help ...