Aniseed medicinal values

Aniseed is favored in medicine for its properties to relieve flatulence and to remove catarrhal matter and phlegm from the bronchial tube.  These properties are due to the presence of its essential oil.  The see also induces copious perspiration and increase the secretion and discharge of urine.  The distilled water of anise is sold in Indian bazaars as araq badiari or araq sauf.  This water also possesses many medicinal virtues.  The leaves of the plant are useful in relieving gas.  They strengthen the stomach and promote its action.  They also possess mucus-clearing property.