Anise seed, Pimpinella anisum,herb-sweet cumin

Anise Herb seed, A.K.a Sweet Cumin (Pimpinella Anisum) versatile herb ,, Organic Untreated Seeds.

Anise seed, Pimpinella anisum, has a sweet licorice flavor and can be used in salads, soups, and tea as a natural remedy for sore throats, indigestion, and flatulence. It also freshens breath and attracts birds with its seed heads.

• Other names include anise seed, aniseed, and Sweet Cumin.
• 1 oz Approximately 11,250 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 45,000 Seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 180,800 Seeds

Medicinal Uses

Aniseed seed is a sweet and flavorful spice, often used in cooking. It has a licorice-like taste and can be used in whole or ground form for added flavor in recipes.

Aniseed, originally from the Mediterranean, is now used in various dishes around the world, including Greek, Turkish, and Indian cuisines. It adds a distinct flavor to cuisines like ouzo in Greece, Sambuca in Italy, Pernod in France, and Arak in Turkey, as well as breads, desserts, and savory dishes.
Anise, a member 0f the parsley family, is known for its black licorice scent. Its seeds are commonly used in cookies and Greek liquor, and also have medicinal properties.

Why Growing Anise Herb: Grow Anise seeds for versatile, ornamental plants and a long history of medicinal use as a cough remedy and breath freshener. Originally from the Middle East, the anise herb has fern-like leaves, white flowers, and can serve many purposes.
How to Grow Anise Herb Seed: Directly sow Anise seeds outdoors in a prepared seedbed after the danger of frost has passed. Anise plants do not transplant well, so directly sowing the Pimpinella Anisum seed is recommended. A companion planting for Anise is coriander. The young plants need protection from winds. They thrive in full sun and in well-drained soils. Once the flower umbels are full of brown seeds, cut the seed heads off, placing them on paper toweling or plates. Set them in a warm place and in direct sunlight if possible to finish drying the herb seeds.
Season: Annual
USDA Zones: 4 - 9
Height: 12 - 18 inches
Bloom Season: Mid summer
Bloom Color: White
Environment: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-drained, light, rich, rather dry, loamy soils, pH 5.6 - 7.5
Planting Directions
Temperature: 68 - 70F
Average Germ Time: 14 days
Light Required: No
Depth: 1/4 - 1/2 inch deep
Sowing Rate: 3 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 9 - 12 inches