A versatile plant powder

Prized since ancient times for its digestive qualities, sweet fennel is a staple plant in European and Indian herbal medicine. In powder form, it's ideal for cold preparations, clay-based blends, and concentrated infusions, with a gentle and natural effect.

Description

Beige to light green powder, sweet and aniseed odor, sweet, slightly liquorice taste. Fine and homogeneous texture.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Sweet fennel, Fennel seed
• Latin name: Foeniculum dulce
• Family: Apiaceae
• Part used: Fruit
• Form: Powder
• Origin: Mediterranean Basin, India, Eastern Europe
• English name: Sweet fennel seed powder
• German name: Fenchelpulver
• Name in Spanish: Polvo de hinojo dulce
• Name in Italian: Polvere di finocchio dolce
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق الشمر الحلو

Main virtues

Sweet fennel powder is prized for its gentle digestive properties, its refreshing effect, as well as for its applications in natural cosmetics (lotions, plant-based toothpastes). It is also incorporated into certain wellness recipes and Ayurvedic drinks.

Main constituents

Anethole, estragole, fenchone, flavonoids, essential fatty acids, volatile compounds.

Use and dosage

• Infusion: 1/2 to 1 teaspoon for 200 ml of hot water, infuse for 5 to 7 minutes.
• Encapsulation: possible at a rate of 250 to 500 mg per dose (professional advice recommended).
• Cooking: Sprinkle in sweet or savory dishes, or incorporate into plant or flour mixtures.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Avoid if allergic to Apiaceae.
• Consume in moderation during pregnancy (presence of estragole).
• Store away from light in an airtight container.

History and origin

Present for millennia in Greek, Indian, and Arabic pharmacopoeias, sweet fennel is an example of a plant with multiple uses. It was cultivated in monastic gardens and royal vegetable gardens. Its powdered form allows its use to be extended in contemporary and practical forms.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: kraft bag, opaque pot or resealable jar.
• Storage: dry, at a stable temperature and away from light.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Ayurvedic herbal medicine texts
• Culinary and botanical encyclopedias

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