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Star anise is a seasoning spice, but also for medicinal purposes. Peel, seeds and leaves contain aromatic oils, which are important raw materials for the manufacture of cosmetics, sweet wine, beer and food industries.
Star anise is distributed in Southeast Asia and North America, of which Asia accounts for 80%. In Southeast Asian production areas, mainly in China.
Description | Specifications |
Organoleptic | Fine light yellow to brown powder with characteristic odour and taste |
Identification | Positive by TLC |
Particle size | NLT 95% through 80 mesh |
Fresh/Dry | Dry |
Non-GMO Status | The product is extracted from GMO-free plant. |
Recommended Storage Conditions | Store in tightly sealed containers below 30°C away from direct light and moisture |
Shelf Life | 2 years |
Star anise contains aromatic oil, fatty oil, protein, resin, etc. The extract is fennel oil. The seeds contain 1.7%-2.7% fennel oil, and the fennel oil content of dried fruit and dried leaves is 12%-13% and 1.6%-1.8%, respectively. The main components of anise oil are anisole (Anethole), anisaldehyde (Anisaldehyde) and anisylacetone (Anisylacetone), safrole (Safrole), phellandrene and so on.
Star anise is used for medicinal purposes. When consumed in moderation, it has the functions of dispelling wind and regulating qi, and regulating the stomach.
Star anise has the functions of invigorating the stomach, dispelling wind, relieving pain, regulating qi, dispelling cold and dampness, and treating indigestion and neurasthenia. Shikimic acid extracted from star anise can be used to synthesize anticancer drugs and prepare anti-type A or B influenza drugs. Dried star anise fruit contains 8%-13% shikimic acid, which is the best natural plant raw material. Except for the poisonous star anise (mangcao seed) content is higher than it, no plants with potential large-scale production value have been found.
Star anise fruit and seeds can be used as seasoning and medicine. With a strong fragrance, it has the functions of expelling insects, warming and regulating qi, strengthening the stomach and relieving vomiting, dispelling cold, and stimulating nerves. In addition to being used as a condiment, star anise can also be used as a raw material for perfume, toothpaste, soap, cosmetics, etc. in industry. It can also be used in medicine as a carminative and stimulant. It is warm in nature and pungent in taste. It has the effect of warming yang and dispelling cold, regulating qi and relieving pain. For the treatment of cold vomiting, abdominal pain due to cold hernia, low back pain due to kidney deficiency, dry and wet beriberi and other symptoms.
For eye disease patients with yin deficiency and fire, and those with Sjögren's syndrome, menopausal syndrome, active pulmonary tuberculosis, bronchial asthma, gout, diabetes, and excessive heat, it is recommended to eat less or even avoid eating.
