It is extracted from the seeds of the fruit, by steam distillation. Ingredients: Main active ingredient anethole. Smell: Sweet and strong. ANISE – THE PLANT Star Anise. Scientific name: Illicium Verum. Description: Evergreen, aromatic tree. Origin: Native to SW China and Vietnam. ANISE – THE “ORGANIC” ESSENTIAL OIL Technique: Extracted from the seeds of the fruit, by steam distillation. Ingredients: Main active ingredient anethole. Smell: Sweet and strong. Country of origin: Vietnam