Star Anise

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Illicium Verum

Description Illicium Verum, commonly known as star anise, is a plant native to China and Vietnam. It belongs to the Schisandraceae family and has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties and as a spice. The plant produces a fruit that resembles a star, which is where the name “star anise” comes from. The fruit is harvested before it…