Parts Used: root, seed

Active Compounds:  
The main active constituents, which includes the terpenoid anethole, are found in the volatile oil. Anethole and other terpenoids.
 

Believed to be of value for:
Gas, acid stomach, gout, cramps, colic and spasms. Fennel seed ground and made into tea is believed to be good for snake bites, insect bites or food poisoning. It increases the flow of urine and also increases the menstrual flow. Fennel oil was traditionally rubbed over painful joints to relieve pain. 

Other Names: Large fennel, sweet fennel, wild fennel, finocchio, carosella, Florence fennel, Fennel