Anise-Star

Botanical name: Illicium verum
Botanical family: Magnoliaceae

Note: Middle

Part of plant used: Seeds/Fruit

Origin: This star-shaped fruit tree originates in China.

Description: Anise-Star has a liquorice-like aroma and can be quite pungent.

History: Anise-Star was often used to soothe the digestion and freshen the breath.

Properties and Indications:

• Stimulating and uplifting
• Carminative – excellent for digestive problems, constipation and flatulence
• Settles stomach if feeling nauseous
• Can help urinary tract problems including cystitis
• Useful for respiratory problems and easing sore throats
• Helpful for colds
• Can ease pre-menstrual aches and pains
• Regulates periods

Contra-indications:

• Use very sparingly, is not commonly used in Aromatherapy
• Never to be used in pregnancy
• Do not use on children

Blending:

• Caraway, Cardamom, Coriander, Dill, Fennel, Ginger, Mandarin, Rosewood

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