Spice guide / Anise seed
What is Anise seed?
True aniseed, smaller and different from fennel saunf.
Short answer: Anise seed is Pimpinella anisum. Liquorice, sweet. Culinary use only — not a medicine.
| Common name | Anise seed |
|---|---|
| Hindi | — |
| Sanskrit | — |
| Botanical name | Pimpinella anisum |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Origin | Traded in India; often confused with fennel — keep botanical distinct |
| Main producing regions | Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh |
| Flavour | Liquorice, sweet |
| Aroma | — |
| Forms | seeds |
| Retail packs | 100g–5kg (typical; see products) |
| Bulk | 10kg+ |
What is Anise seed?
Anise (Pimpinella anisum) is not fennel and not star anise. Catalogue them separately.
History of Anise seed
Origin
Traded in India; often confused with fennel — keep botanical distinct
Growing regions
Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh
How it is grown
Harvest
Processing
Grades
- Standard: Admin-configured commercial grade
- Premium: Admin-configured higher visual/purity selection
- Export Grade: Only show when export specifications exist for the lot
- Machine Cleaned: Machine cleaned — confirm process for the lot
Only grades that apply to a lot should be shown at purchase. These are templates, not invented industry certificates.
Flavour, aroma and colour
Liquorice, sweet. . Colour: . Heat: none.
Culinary uses
- Sweets
- Digestive mixes
Traditional uses
Recorded in culinary tradition. Traditional use is not scientific evidence of a medical effect.
SpicyCenter does not claim that spices cure, treat or prevent disease.
Storage and shelf life
Nutrition
Nutrition declaration is pack-specific and must be completed before UK/EU sale.
Buying guide
Retail packs typically run from 100g to 5kg. Bulk starts at 10kg. Selling prices are checkout prices. Indian market figures, when present, are indicative only.
