Anise is majorly cultivated in southern Europe, southern Russia, and the
Middle East, North Africa, china, Pakistan, Chile, Mexico, and the United
States.
Aniseeds grow in light, dry and well-drained soil. The flowering period
for this plant is July to august. For this herb ph range of 6.0 is
required.
The ripe dried fruit and seeds are used. Aniseed oil extract is a good source which is used in food.