. . . "Anise (/\u02C8\u00E6n\u026As/; Pimpinella anisum), also called aniseed, is a flowering plant in the family Apiaceae native to the eastern Mediterranean region and Southwest Asia. Its flavor has similarities with some other spices, such as star anise, fennel, and licorice."@en . . . . "Anise"@en . . . . . .