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anise tree

/ˈænɪs triː/

翻译: 指几种常绿乔木或灌木的俗称,尤指八角属(Illicium)植物,其果实呈星状,带有类似甘草的香气,常被用作香料。

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/ˈænɪs triː/C1formalculinary
  • zh指几种常绿乔木或灌木的俗称,尤指八角属(Illicium)植物,其果实呈星状,带有类似甘草的香气,常被用作香料。

A common name for several evergreen trees or shrubs, particularly those in the genus Illicium, known for their star-shaped fruit and licorice-like aroma. The fruit is often used as a spice.

  1. A type of tree or shrubC1formal

    A small evergreen tree or shrub (Illicium verum) native to China and Vietnam, whose star-shaped fruit is used as a spice (star anise).

    zh八角

    • The anise tree produces star-shaped fruits used in cooking.
    • Star anise from the anise tree is a key ingredient in Chinese five-spice powder.
    • The anise tree is cultivated for its aromatic seeds.