Star Anise
Illicium verum · whole flowers
Flower size 2.5 cm+Star anise is the sun-dried, six-to-eight-petal fruit of Illicium verum, a tree that grows across the northern provinces of Vietnam. Lang Son alone produces around 70% of the national crop, and Vietnamese star anise is valued for its strong aroma and high essential-oil content.
Two crops give two grades. The autumn harvest (September to October) yields large, open flowers with seeds, sold as superior quality; the spring crop (March to April) is our standard grade. Both are cleaned and sorted for size before packing.
Specifications
| Grades | Autumn crop (superior) · Spring crop (standard) |
|---|---|
| Flower size | 2.5 cm and up (85% min) |
| Moisture | 13.5% max |
| Admixture | 0.2% max |
| Broken | 5% max |
Packing & logistics
| Packing | 10 kg carton |
|---|---|
| Origin | Lang Son and northern Vietnam |
| Harvest | Spring March–April · Autumn September–October |
| Shelf life | 24 months |
Applications
- Five-spice and pho seasoning blends
- Confectionery, liqueurs and beverages
- Essential-oil and pharmaceutical extraction (shikimic acid)
- Decoration and gifting
Request a quotation for Star Anise. Tell us the grade, quantity and destination port, and we will reply with pricing, a specification sheet and samples.
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