Star anise (Illicium verum) is an evergreen tree belonging to the Magnolia family that's native to the southwest of China and Vietnam. It produces star-shaped, aromatic fruits that have culinary and ...
But star anise is harvested only from March to May ... other than perhaps the leaves of the gingko biloba tree, the pharmaceutical industry needs to find an alternative sustainable supply.
The acid is used in Roche Holding AG's Tamiflu and is mainly extracted from star anise trees in China, Biolyse said. Tamiflu is being perceived as the first line of defence against a possible ...
is the star anise, which gives the dish a warming, aromatic feel. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. To make the crumble topping, put the flour and brown sugar in a large bowl and mix well.