Abstract

Anise (Pimpinella anisum L.) is an annual plant that belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is grown for fruit ( Anisi fructus ), containing 2-3% essential oil (Anisi aethroleum) with trans- anethole which is a dominant compound and has a characteristic sweet taste and smell. Anise is used in folk medicine in many countries for treatment of digestive, respiratory and neurological diseases, as well as natural estrogen. It has been found recently to have anti-cancer, antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, and in many countries anise is included in the pharmacopeias as the official drug. This paper provides an overview of the use of anise with scientifically confirmed effects.

Keywords: anise fruit, digestive system, nervous system, bronchial asthma, estrogenic activity, antimicrobial activity

How to Cite:

Aćimović, M. & Dojčinović, N., (2014) “A REWIEW OF PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF ANISE (PIMPINELLA ANISUM L.)”, Lekovite Sirovine 34(1), 3-17. doi: https://doi.org/10.5937/leksir1434003a

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