(Aniseed) This is a large group of frost-tender annuals, biennials and perennials from China, the Himalayas, Africa and Europe. P. anisum, commonly called Anise or Aniseed, is a native to Greece and is used for culinary purposes. This lanky annual herb grows up to 2 feet high and 6 to 12 inches wide. They have finely divided upper leaves and flat c... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/10004