This spice is native to South China, India, Vietnam, Laos, the Philippines and the Caribbean. In China star anise has been valued as a spice and a medicinal plant for over 5000 years. In India and China the carpals are a popular spice for fowl and meat dishes. Star anise is sweet and spicy. It gives a special taste to some curry mixtures. In the West, star anise is mainly used for Christmas baking. It is used on its own or in a spice mixture. No mulled wine or Christmas punch is complete without the fiery aroma of anise. It also suitable for use in plum jam, apple compote or pudding. Controlled conventional cultivation. Classic Ayurveda 50 g