HERB PROFILE · EDUCATIONAL REFERENCE

Fennel Seed

Botanical nameFoeniculum vulgare

Plant part usedSeed/fruit

Important safety information: Apiaceae allergy possible; prolonged/high-dose use needs care in oestrogen-sensitive conditions.

Herbal actions

Carminative
antispasmodic
expectorant

Traditional and practitioner uses

These uses are presented for historical and educational context. They are not treatment claims.

Bloating and gas
Digestive spasm
Productive cough support

Main constituents

trans-Anethole, fenchone, estragole, flavonoids

Preparation overview

Tea: Covered infusion. Crush immediately before steeping; cover.

Liquid extract reference: 1:5

Preparation strengths are not interchangeable. Open the interactive guide for the complete evidence notes and sources available for this herb.

Herbilous provides educational information only. It does not diagnose, prescribe, or replace professional medical advice. Seek urgent care for severe or worsening symptoms.