Native to China and Vietnam, star anise is today grown almost exclusively in
southern China, Indo-China, and Japan. It was first introduced into Europe in
the seventeenth century. The oil, produced by a process of steam extraction, is substituted for European aniseed in commercial drinks.
Origin
China.
Flavor/Aroma
Fresh and licorice like, similar aroma than the anise.
Use
Marjoram may be used in sausages, lamb, beef, pork, chicken, fish, tomato
dishes, and pastries. Star anise has carminative, stomachic, stimulant and diuretic properties.
In the East it is used to combat colic and rheumatism. It is a common
flavoring for medicinal teas, cough mixtures and pastilles.
