What is Fennel?

Scientific and medicinal info
The fennel plant loves the sun and is native to the Mediterranean area. The leaves are fine and feathery, and the yellow flowers are bunched in an umbrella-shaped fan. All parts of the plant are used for both medicinal and culinary purposes. The seeds taste strongly of licorice and make a nice addition to teas, especially if you are suffering from digestive or abdominal complaints. The fennel bulb can be cooked and eaten as a vegetable. Fennel is closely related to the carrot.