Aniseed Flower is a photograph by Stefan Diller/science Photo Library which was uploaded on September 16th, 2018.
Aniseed Flower
Aniseed flower (Pimpinella anisum). Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing a double fruit knot (schizocarp) and rolled up stamens of an... more
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Aniseed Flower
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Stefan Diller/science Photo Library
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Photograph
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Aniseed flower (Pimpinella anisum). Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing a double fruit knot (schizocarp) and rolled up stamens of an Aniseed flower. This herbaceous plant is native to the eastern Mediterranean region and southwest Asia. As well as its use as a flavouring, Aniseed is also used in herbal medicine for conditions of the bronchial system. It is given as a digestive tonic to help with wind and colic. Magnification: x77 when printed 10 centimetres high.
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September 16th, 2018
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