Fennel
Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)
Fennel (/ˈfɛnəl/; Foeniculum vulgare) is a flowering plant species in the carrot family. It is a hardy, perennial herb with yellow flowers and feathery leaves.
Etymology
The word "fennel" developed from the Middle English fenel or fenyl. This came from the Old English fenol or finol, which in turn came from the Latin feniculum or foeniculum, the diminutive of fenum or faenum, meaning "hay".
Description
Fennel is a highly aromatic and flavorful herb with culinary and medicinal uses, and, along with the similar-tasting anise, is one of the primary ingredients of absinthe.
Medicinal Uses
Fennel is used as a treatment for various digestive problems including heartburn, intestinal gas, bloating, loss of appetite, and colic in infants among others. It is also used for upper respiratory tract infections, coughs, bronchitis, cholera, backache, bedwetting, and visual problems.
Related Terms
- Anise: A plant closely related to fennel with a similar taste.
- Absinthe: A distilled, highly alcoholic beverage that uses fennel as a primary ingredient.
- Carrot family: The family of plants to which fennel belongs.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fennel
- Wikipedia's article - Fennel
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