Star Aniseeds

Star anise, scientifically known as Illicium verum, is a spice obtained from the dried pericarps of the star-shaped fruit of the star anise tree. Star anise comes from the evergreen tree Illicium verum, native to Southwest China. Star anise has a strong, sweet, and licorice-like flavour. It is often used to impart a distinct taste to both sweet and savoury dishes. The spice gets its name from the star-shaped appearance of the dried fruit, which has eight pointed segments.