A plant, Illicium verum, used primarily for its star-shaped seed which resembles anise in scent and flavor, and which is used as a spice. Valued for its decorative shape as well as its flavor. Also used commercially as a source of shikimic acid for the production of Tamiflu.

A tall, evergreen American shrub, Illicium floridanum, having red star-shaped flowers and a strong scent.

star anise

plural of anise hyssop

A North American anise-scented herb in the mint family, Agastache foeniculum, grown for its fragrance, flowers, and for herb tea.

fennel bulb / fennel frond / (proscribed) Synonym of aniseed (“anise seed”)