The properties of Star Anise
Star anise is the major source of the chemical compound shikimic acid, a primary precursor in the pharmaceutical synthesis of the antiinfluenza drug, oseltamivir (Tamiflu).
Star anise is the major source of the chemical compound shikimic acid, a primary precursor in the pharmaceutical synthesis of the antiinfluenza drug, oseltamivir (Tamiflu).
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TBS Ingredient ID (TBSI ID): | IHE83D20 |
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Domain | Plantae |
Clade | Angiosperms Tracheophytes |
Order | Austrobaileyales |
Family | Schisandraceae |
Genus | Illicium |
Name | Common Names |
Illicium Verum | Star Anise, Star Anise Seed, Staranise, Chinese Star Anise, Badian, 八角 |
Parts Used Medicinally: | Fruit, Seeds |
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