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Anise (Pimpinella anisum) is a small herb native to the North Caucasus and Transcaucasus regions, with a range extending to Turkey, Cyprus, Lebanon-Syria, and Palestine. Anise (Latin: Pimpinella anisum) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Anise is most often used to support digestion. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.
Anise 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.
Anise is a member native to CYP, LBS, PAL, and TUR. Pimpinella anisum thrives in light to moderately moist conditions and prefers well-drained soils that are slightly alkaline (pH 7.5-8).
Anise grows best in USDA zone 7-10, 8/10 light, dry, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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