An annual, aromatic Mediterranean herb(Pimpinella anisum) in the parsley family, cultivated for its seedlike fruits and the oil obtained from them and used to flavor foods, liqueurs, and candies.

• 大茴香，茴芹一种地中海一年生伞形科香料草本植物（茴芹科茴芹），栽培目的是为获取籽状果实和油来给食品，酒类和糖果配味