Fennel
ennel () is a tall perennial herb of the Apiaceae or carrot family, native to the Mediterranean region but today widely cultivated worldwide. The name comes from the Romans meaning “fragrant hay”. The whole plant is used medicinally as a culinary food, herb and spice. The stronger-tasting seeds taste like aniseed or liquorice. The seeds (actually the fruits of the plant) are used as a spice and are one component of the Chinese five-spice powder and are
