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Fennel (Saunf / Mishreya)

Foeniculum vulgare

ପାନମଧୁରୀ (Pana Madhuri)सौंफ (Saunf)Mishreya
Family
Apiaceae
Origin
Mediterranean basin
Plant Type
Herb
Habitat
Outdoor

About the Plant

Erect stout biennial herb with hollow glaucous stems; feathery 3-4 pinnate filiform leaves, large flat yellow compound umbels, and grooved aromatic schizocarps.

Traditional Uses

Bloating, infant colic, acid reflux, menstrual cramps, and poor lactation

Parts Used

Dried ripe fruits/seeds

Ayurvedic Properties

  • Rasa: Madhura, Tikta
  • Guna: Laghu, Snigdha
  • Virya: Sheeta
  • Vipaka: Madhura

Health Benefits

  • Relieves abdominal bloating, colic spasms, promotes digestion, and soothes dry cough

Precautions

Safe spice; excessive use of essential oil contraindicated in pregnancy

Interesting Facts

Historically chewed after meals across South Asia as 'Mukhwas' to freshen breath and activate digestion