Medicinal herb
Anise
Pimpinella anisum L
Anise (Pimpinella anisum) is an annual of the carrot family with a sweet scent, often confused with star anise, although the two are quite different plants. The fruit is used. Traditionally used for wind and as an ingredient of teas to make coughing up easier.
About the herb
What anise is
the fruit of anise (Anisi fructus)
Anise (Pimpinella anisum) is an annual of the carrot family with white umbels and fruit of a markedly sweet scent. It is native to the eastern Mediterranean and is sown here in the garden; it needs a warm, long summer for the fruit to ripen.
The fruit is gathered when the umbels have turned brown, usually in September. The shoots are cut, tied and hung over a cloth so that the fruit drops out; it is then winnowed and dried at a low temperature.
Anise must not be confused with star anise (Illicium verum), which is the fruit of a different tree from Asia, nor with anise liqueur. In Ašič's collection the fruit of anise appears in the BebeSIT, VetroviSIT and Appetite Tea blends.
Use and evidence
The EMA recognises traditional use to relieve mild cramps of the digestive tract with wind, and use as an expectorant for a cough with a cold. EMA 1, EMA 2.
Safety and precautions
Allergic reactions are possible, above all where there is sensitivity to the carrot family or to anethole. The essential oil is not for uncritical internal use in children, in pregnancy or in large doses.
These notes are general and do not replace advice from a doctor or a pharmacist, above all in pregnancy, while breastfeeding, in children and alongside medicines.
Products containing this herb
Where you will find it in the range
3 products from Ašič's pharmacy contain anise. The composition is listed with every product.
Frequently asked questions
What people ask about Anise
Which products is anise in?
Anise is an ingredient of these products: Appetite Tea, BebeSIT, VetroviSIT.
How is a tea from this plant made?
The instructions differ from blend to blend. For Appetite Tea they are: Pour 3 decilitres of boiling water over two teaspoons of the blend. Leave it covered for 10 minutes, then strain. Drink it freshly made, several times a day, within 2 hours of brewing. If you like, enrich the tea with a spoonful of apple cider vinegar.
Are there any warnings about its use?
The product is no substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy way of life. Its use is no substitute for treatment with prescribed medicines. Ask a doctor about use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
How do I find out which blend is the right one for me?
Ring the pharmacist on +386 1 78 77 065 (Mon, Wed, Fri 8.00–14.00). Tell him what is troubling you and he will tell you what is traditionally used for it.
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