Anis-Starry is a medicinal plant that reaches up to 10 meters in height, which has benefits against gases, fungi and in the treatment of respiratory problems. The tree produces small star-shaped follicles containing 8 tiny, bright-colored brown seeds that exude strong, sweet-smelling, spicy-like scent.
Its scientific name is Illicum verum and can be found in natural products stores and manipulation pharmacies.
Sometimes the star anise is mistaken for the green anise, which is the fennel, but these are different medicinal plants. Learn more about anis-green, also known as fennel, here.
What is the Star Anise
Star Anise serves to combat intestinal gas, and help treat respiratory illnesses, such as the flu, cold or bronchitis, for example. In addition, it can also be used as a condiment and cosmetic.
Properties of Star Anise
The properties of Anis include its anti-flatulent, expectorant and fungicidal action.
How to Use Star Anise
The used parts of Star Anise are its fruits for making oils, teas and infusions.
- Star Anise Infusion: Use 2 whole stars of Anis-starred for every 1 liter of boiling water and let stand for 10 minutes. Drink 1 cup, 3 to 4 times a day.
Possible side effects
The side effects of Anis-starred include nausea, vomiting and allergic reactions in the skin and respiratory when consumed in excess.
When not to be used
Star Anise is contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women and should also be avoided by patients with hyperestrogenism and should not be used by infants and children under 10 years of age.
