Star Anise is also called anise star, Chinese anise and star aniseed. The Chinese translation for Star Anise Lisight points and most have eight points and these are also referred to as arms, carpals or petals.Star Anise also plays a leading role in the popular spice blend Chinese Five Spice and in several versions of Garam Masala and Masala Chai. The extracts and essential oils of star anise exhibit strong antifungal properties.
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