Star Anise (Illicium verum)
Illicium verum, or Star Anise, is an evergreen tree or shrub. It is known for its distinctive star-shaped fruit, a popular spice, and features glossy dark green leaves an
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate to High
Soil
Well-drained, rich, slightly acidic to neutral soil
Temperature
Warm, frost-sensitive
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Moderate
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade
Moderate to High
Well-drained, rich, slightly acidic to neutral soil
Warm, frost-sensitive
15-30 °C
Outdoor
Moderate
Spring
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Fruit, Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-5 m
Spread
1.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
50000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderAustrobaileyales
- familySchisandraceae
- genusIllicium
- speciesIllicium verum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
Illicium verum is safe for culinary use. However, it is often confused with Illicium anisatum (Japanese Star Anise), which is highly toxic and can cause severe neurological effects, including seizures, in humans and animals. It is crucial to ensure the co