Fennel (Foeniculum Vulgare) Mediterranean.

Latin Name - Foeniculum Vulgare.

Country of Origin - Various Mediterranean countries.

Aroma - Herby, aniseed overtones.

Fragrance Group - Spicy

Uses - Excellent for the digestive system, bringing relief to sufferers from excess food and alchohol. Helps in cases of constipation and flatulence. Some Asian countries serve Fennel seeds after a meal, as chewing these aniseed flavoured seeds aids digestion.

Precautions - Avoid if pregnant or epileptic.