Pimpinella anisum

Plant Name: Pimpinella anisum

Family:Umbelliferae

Category: Expel wind dampness

Common names: Anise, Aniseed

Properties: Acrid, Sweet Warm

Indications:

• Moves Qi, relaxes the mind, sedates spasms, and dries dampness

• Benefits the Lung and Heart Qi: Fatigue

• Benefits the Lungs, relieves wheezing, and expels phlegm

• Other: insufficient breast milk, insect repellent for scabies and lice

Part used: Seed

Preparation: Infusion

Notes:

• Used throughout history as a digestive aid and for gas.

• One of the few Umbelliferae family plants which increase the Qi.