Illicium, also known as anise shrub, is a genus of flowering shrubs with 38 known species. Of those, two are most commonly found in our North Carolina landscapes: Illicium floridanum and Illicium ...

Star anise, also known as Illicium verum, is a spice often used in cooking and herbal remedies. Native to parts of Asia, this spice has a distinct aroma from its star-shaped fruit. While it’s ...

Illicium, also known as anise shrub, is a genus of flowering shrubs, with 38 known species. Of those, two are most commonly found in our North Carolina landscapes, Illicium floridanum and Illicium ...