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Sweet Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare dulce) is a perennial herb belonging to the Apiaceae family, known for its distinctive aromatic leaves and licorice-like seeds. Sweet Fennel (Latin: Foeniculum vulgare dulce, family Apiaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Sweet Fennel is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Sweet Fennel is a member of the Apiaceae family native to AFG, ALB, ALG, BAL, BUL, and COR. Sweet Fennel thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil with a pH of 7.5–8.
Sweet Fennel grows best in USDA zone 6-9, 7/10 light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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