Illicium parviflorum
Anise
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Anise (Illicium parviflorum) - Description
Illicium parviflorum, commonly known as yellow anise, is an aromatic evergreen tree or shrub common to the southeastern United States, especially around the states of Florida and Georgia. It is in the same genus as the star anise - Illicium verum, which is commonly used and sold as a spice. Illicium parviflorum tends to grow in moist climates such as around the springs of the Ocala National Forrest.
Anise (Illicium parviflorum) - Blooming
Unusual flowers with numerous strap shaped petals, cream to reddish purple, usually 1-2" across.
Anise (Illicium parviflorum) - Growth
Evergreen shrubs with thick, glossy, aromatic leaves. Star shaped summer fruits turn from green to yellow to brown. 5 to 20' tall, depending on the species. While they will tolerate full sun, they do best out of direct sun.
Anise (Illicium parviflorum) - Planting
Propagate by seeds or semi ripe cuttings in the summer.
Anise (Illicium parviflorum) - Interesting facts
While the fruit of the Star Anise (I. verum) is used as a spice in Chinese, Southeast Asian, and Indian cuisine, other species are toxic. The species I. anisatum is extremely toxic because it contains the poison sikimitoxin. The plants may be fragrant, and aromatic oils from some species are used in perfumes. In fact, its use in perfumes provides the genus' name, which is Latin for "allurement".
Anise (Illicium parviflorum) - Soil and irrigation
Illicium prefer moist, rich, acidic soil. Useful in difficult wet and shady areas.
