Illicium sp. (False Anise) - Image 12

Botanical name: Illicium sp.

Common names: False Anise, Anise Tree, Star Anise, Licorice

Family: Illiciaceae

Origin: East Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeShadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersSpice or herb plantIrritating plantFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Illicium sp. (False Anise) dried brown fruit star shapes and seeds on a plate
Illicium sp. (False Anise) dried star-shaped brown fruit pods and seeds sit on a plate.


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