Latin Name: | Pimpinella anisum |
Country of Origin: | Egypt |
Extraction Method: | Steam distillation |
Cultivation: | Organic |
Plant Part(s): | Seed |
Fresh, sweet, spicy and licorice-like, anise seed is not to be confused with star anise. While the two hold similar properties, anise seed is an entirely different plant, and indeed a star in its own right. A little goes a long way with this oil and dilution prior to blending is recommended.
- Recommended Uses
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Anise seed is known to help aid muscle aches and spasms, coughs, colds and flus, and digestive problems like flatulence.
This product has not been evaluated by the CFIA or Health Canada. This information is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We recommend consulting with a certified health practitioner or aromatherapist before beginning therapeutic use.
- Scent Profile
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Anise is a top/middle note. It is sweet, fresh and licorice-like.
- Blending
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Blends well with cardamom, cedarwood, cinnamon, clove, ginger, jasmine, lavender, orange, rose, patchouli.
- Contraindications / Safety
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Avoid while pregnant or breast-feeding. May cause skin irritation due to its high anethole component. Avoid in allergic and inflammatory skin conditions. In large doses it is a narcotic and slows down the circulatory system.