Anise Star

Treats Respiratory disorders
This oil is really remarkable as an expectorant and this property earned it an impressive reputation. It loosens mucus or phlegm deposited in the lungs and respiratory tracts and gives relief from a cough, heaviness in the chest, breathing troubles, asthma, bronchitis, congestion and other respiratory disorders. Due to the presence of this essential oil in the seeds, the seeds are used for smoking to loosen catarrh or phlegm.

Sedative
Due to its somewhat narcotic or numbing effects, it is used as a sedative for anxiety, nervous afflictions, depression, anger, and stress as well as for symptoms such as insomnia due to its tranquilizing and relaxing effects.

Stimulant
The stimulating property of anise essential oil can benefit us in the following ways. It can stimulate circulation and give relief from rheumatism and arthritis, stimulate secretion of enzymes and hormones, thus boosting the whole metabolism and finally, it can stimulate the nervous system and the brain to make us more active and alert.

Aids in Digestion
This property of anise and anise essential oil is very commonly used to promote digestion. It has been an old practice to chew anise seeds, to serve desserts containing anise, or to have a glass of warm water with few drops of anise essential oil in it to aid digestion, especially after a heavy meal or a feast.

Details & Specs

Origin: Vietnam
Botanical Name: Illicium verum
Plant Part: Fruit
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Aroma: Spicy & Licorice
Consistency: Medium to Thick
Color: Pale Yellow
Blends well with: Clove (Bud), Chamomile (German), Cinnamon (Leaf), Fennel (Sweet), Geranium, Ho Wood, Lavender (40/42 or Bulgarian), Orange (Sweet), and Pine.