Badiyan
Badiyan
Badiyan (pronunciation: /bɑːdiːjɑːn/), also known as Fennel seeds in English, is a highly aromatic and flavorful herb with culinary and medicinal uses, originating from the Mediterranean region.
Etymology
The term "Badiyan" is derived from the Persian language, where "bādiyān" means fennel. The Latin name for fennel, Foeniculum vulgare, is derived from foenum, meaning "hay", which describes its sweet and aromatic fragrance.
Description
Badiyan is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and feathery leaves. It is a member of the family Apiaceae. It is a hardy, perennial, umbelliferous herb, with yellow flowers and feathery leaves. It is generally used as a spice and possesses a sweet taste that is similar to anise.
Medicinal Uses
Badiyan has been used in traditional medicine for its numerous health benefits. It is known to aid digestion, treat bloating and gas, help with bronchitis, help with visual problems, and even used as a galactagogue (a substance that increases milk supply).
Related Terms
- Anise: A spice with a similar taste to Badiyan.
- Apiaceae: The family of plants to which Badiyan belongs.
- Galactagogue: A substance that increases milk supply, a property attributed to Badiyan.
- Foeniculum vulgare: The Latin name for Badiyan.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Badiyan
- Wikipedia's article - Badiyan
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