Botanical Name: Illicium Verum
Note: Top to Middle
Country of Origin: Middle East
Plant Part Used: Seeds
Planet: Sun
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Properties: Antiemetic, Antispasmodic, Aphrodisiac, Cardiac, Carminative, Digestive, Diuretic, Expectorant, Galactagogue, Insecticide, Laxative, Parasiticide, Parturient, Pectoral, Stimulant, Stomachic.
Mind: Can invigorate a tired mind.
Body: Well know for its effect on the digestive system. may be helpful with dyspepsia, colic and flatulence. Seems to quell vomiting and nausea especially of nervous origin. Gets things moving by stimulating peristalsis. Apparently helpful with oliguria (low quantity of urine). Has been used as a stimulant in cardiac fatigue though at the same time could ease palpitations. A general tonic to the circulatory system and respiratory tract. Used in lung and heart disease generally and may have a good effect on asthma and breathing difficulties. Appears to help with colds due to its warming properties. May aid sexuality problems such as impotence and frigidity. Stimulates the gland sand it s oestrogen content seems to have a regulating effect on the reproductive system. Also calms menstrual pain, aids quick delivery in childbirth and stimulates the flow of milk in nursing mothers. Also is beneficial for migraine, vertigo and hangovers.
Skin: Said to control lice and the 'itch mite' a cause of scabies. Generally has a reputation for dealing with infectious skin diseases.
Precautions: A very potent oil, not often used in massage as skin sensitisation may occur. Generally a stimulant but excessive use could cause sluggishness. In extreme cases possibility of circulatory problems and cerebral congestion. Certainly should be avoided in pregnancy.