Sicilian wild fennel

Use in the kitchen: The anise-flavoured leaves and seeds have an intense scent and are suitable for flavoring sauces, preserves, cured meats, cheeses, bread, desserts and much more.   Pasta with sardines is a typical Sicilian dish that uses fennel as a fundamental ingredient.    Medicinal properties: Wild fennel has carminative, digestive, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.   Particularly suitable for the preparation of infusions and herbal teas in case of gastro-intestinal disorders.