Illicium Verum (Noun)
Meaning
Small tree of China and Vietnam bearing anise-scented star-shaped fruit used in food and medicinally as a carminative.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Illicium verum is often referred to as the star anise due to its unique star-shaped fruit with eight distinctive ridges.
- In traditional Chinese medicine, Illicium verum is valued for its medicinal properties, including acting as a carminative to relieve gas and indigestion.
- The culinary world widely utilizes the Illicium verum as a key ingredient in a variety of recipes, especially in sweet dishes such as baked goods and desserts.
- As an ornamental plant, the Illicium verum small tree has an attractive, evergreen appearance and a moderate growth rate.
- Due to the potential medicinal properties and its fragrance, the Illicium verum is grown commercially for the star-shaped fruits which can be harvested after reaching full maturity.