• Flowers from my Meadow Whole Star Anise 50g in a resealable brown kraft pouch with original pink circular logo and white product label, whole reddish-brown star anise pods visible through the clear window, with a bowl of star anise and glossy green leaves.
  • Botanical close-up of whole Chinese star anise (Illicium verum), with reddish-brown pointed star-shaped dried fruits and visible shiny seeds in a speckled ceramic bowl, surrounded by scattered pods, green foliage and pale flowers.
  • Star Anise and Orange Mulled Apple drink in a clear glass cup, with a whole star anise pod, cinnamon, fresh orange and apple slices in warm amber spiced apple juice, alongside whole star anise on a rustic wooden surface.
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Whole Star Anise

Whole Star Anise

R 30.00 ZAR
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Illicium verum · Whole Dried Star Anise Pods · Aromatic Botanical Pantry

Beautifully star-shaped and richly aromatic, Whole Star Anise adds a sweet, liquorice-like character to culinary spice blends, warming beverages and seasonal recipes.

Chinese Star Anise (Illicium verum) is the dried fruit of an evergreen tree native to parts of East and Southeast Asia. Its woody, star-shaped fruits typically contain several pointed segments, each enclosing a shiny seed.

Our Whole Star Anise is identified as Illicium verum and supplied as intact dried pods. The characteristic fragrance makes it a familiar ingredient in Asian spice mixtures, mulled drinks, gently simmered syrups and fragrant botanical preparations.

At Flowers from my Meadow, we keep it pure and uncomplicated: whole dried Star Anise, carefully packed for your kitchen and botanical pantry.

How to Use

For culinary infusions: Add one whole star to a saucepan of warm apple juice, mulled wine, spiced syrup or a savoury broth and gently simmer to release its fragrance. Remove the pod before serving.

For cooking: Use sparingly in slow-cooked dishes, stewed fruit, marinades, poached pears and spice blends.

Precautions

Use correctly identified Chinese Star Anise (Illicium verum) only. Japanese Star Anise (Illicium anisatum) and some other related species are toxic and must never be substituted. Do not use star anise tea for infants or young children.

Use in normal culinary quantities; avoid concentrated medicinal use without professional advice, particularly during pregnancy, breastfeeding or alongside medication.

Size & Packaging

50g Whole Star Anise Pods in a resealable kraft pouch.

Storage

Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture to preserve their aromatic character.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Chinese Star Anise or Japanese Star Anise?
This culinary product is identified as Illicium verum, Chinese Star Anise. Japanese Star Anise (Illicium anisatum) is toxic and must never be substituted or used in food.
How should I use Whole Star Anise in cooking?
Gently simmer one star in a pot of mulled juice, spiced syrup, fruit compote or broth, then remove the pod before serving. Use only properly identified culinary star anise; do not prepare star anise tea for infants or young children.

OUR QUALITY PROMISE

Botanicals, Kept Pure & Uncomplicated

We believe beautiful botanicals need very little interference. Our approach is simple: thoughtfully selected ingredients, careful handling and honest information about what you're bringing into your home.

  • THOUGHTFULLY SELECTED

    Botanicals chosen with attention to quality, appearance and suitability for their intended use.

  • CAREFULLY HANDLED

    Handled and packed with care to help preserve the natural character of each botanical.

  • PURE & UNCOMPLICATED

    Thoughtfully crafted botanical products, with purposeful ingredients and nothing unnecessarily complicated.

  • PACKED IN SOUTH AFRICA

    Carefully packed by Flowers from my Meadow in South Africa.

From our meadow to your home, with care.