Botanical Name: Illicium Verum

Origin: China

Plant Part: Seeds

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Color: Colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Consistency: Light

Aromatic Scent: Powerful and licorice-like scent.

Note: Top

Strength of Aroma: Strong 

Common Uses: The potent chemical constituents of Star Anise include trans-anethole and safrole, and can cause dermatitis in sensitive individuals. The seeds have traditionally been used in the East in small quantities, as a spice and remedy but also as a carminative, stomachic, stimulant and diuretic for combating colic, indigestion, and rheumatism.

Blends with: Rosewood, Lime and Pine

Cautions: Star Anise is generally non-toxic and non-irritating (unlike Illicium anisatum the Japanese variety that is long considered toxic). For external use only.