Herb Directory

Sweet Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region, cultivated and used since ancient times for its culinary and medicinal properties.

The ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans valued fennel for its digestive benefits and believed it to have protective and fortifying qualities. Fennel seeds were used to treat digestive issues, such as bloating, gas, and indigestion, and the plant was also believed to improve vision and support weight loss.

In traditional Chinese medicine, fennel is used to warm the kidneys and improve digestive function.

Modern herbalists continue to use fennel for its carminative, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory properties.