Anise Collection
Anise, a versatile and aromatic herb, has captivated the senses of many cultures throughout history
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Anise, a versatile and aromatic herb, has captivated the senses of many cultures throughout history. In a quaint Parisian café, a bottle of Ricard 45 pastis stands proudly on a zinc bar, ready to be savored by patrons seeking its anise-flavored delight. The allure extends beyond France's borders as well; in Healing Plants 1904 Pl. 3, the Japanese star anise or sacred anise tree, Illicium anisatum, takes center stage with its captivating beauty. As we delve deeper into the world of anise, we encounter various forms and uses. Briar tea swirls gracefully in autumn hues while white flowered anise, Pimpinella anisum, adds elegance to any garden it graces. An intriguing concoction known as "anise sugar" or scatteron emerges from Cleavers or goose grass - Calium aparine - showcasing nature's ability to surprise us. The enchanting green-anised Pimpinella anisum is immortalized through James Sowerby's hand-colored copper engraving from William Woodville and Sir William Jackson Hooker's "Medical Botany. " Its delicate features are meticulously captured for all to admire. Still life comes alive with fennel at its core; every detail carefully arranged to highlight the essence of this beloved herb. Emile Pernot's absinthe label transports us back in time when artists sought inspiration from this licorice-like elixir that owes much of its character to the magic of anise. Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Anis; Anise (engraving) serves as a visual dictionary entry dedicated solely to unraveling the mysteries behind this extraordinary plant. And finally, Florida Badiane beckons us with its botanical board from the 19th century – reminding us that even across vast oceans and centuries gone by – our fascination with anise remains unwavering.