What is special about Japanese star anise?

In the spice world, star anise is not among the most used spices, but it is one of the most distinctive and stimulating spices due to its characteristic warm taste. and the star shape is very eye-catching. Star anise not only brings a characteristic aroma to the dish thanks to anethole, but also acts as a medicine to treat colds, strengthens resistance, cures joint pain and contains many nutrients. Chinese star anise (Illicium verum) is mainly grown in some southern provinces of China (Guangdong, Guangxi) and the Northeastern provinces of Vietnam Lang Son, Cao Bang, Quang Ninh, Bac Can, Lai Chau and Ha Giang. However, besides  this variety of anise used as a spice and medicine (scientific name is Illicium verum, also known as Chinese star anise), there is another variety of star anise from Japan (illicium anisatum) but cannot not be used to eat or drink or treat disease.


Japanese star anise is a highly toxic plant that, if ingested, can cause poisoning, serious nerve damage, convulsions, breathing difficulties, etc. People often use them to burn as incense. Japan. The scent of this anise is quite mild and fragrant for a long time. With just one anise, the scent lingers all day in your home.


The Japanese anise is smaller than the Chinese star anise. After drying and processing, it is difficult to distinguish clearly. The petals of Japanese anise are usually pointed at the end and not as fat. The scent is weak and gentle, not as deep as Chinese star anise. This scent is quite similar to the scent of cardamom.

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