Anise Hyssop

Agastache foeniculum

Cough, Fever, Wounds, Diarrhea, Burns, Gastrointestinal (Gi), Skin, Calming

Cough – expectorant helps with congestion (methyl eugenol – sedative action)

Wounds – antibacterial – apply paste to wounds and burns

Gi – promotes digestive tract by increasing bile production and neutralizes stomach acid (limonene), warming and calming

Diarrhea – primarily caused by bacteria or virus

Skin – bath, skin care products, sunburn

Calming – stress relief, antidepressant

It has an antiviral properties and can be used topically for herpes I & II, or fungus since it has anti-fungal abilities.

It has a licorice smell Use dry leaves and flowers for tea preparation. Use leaves (best before the flower buds open for the best flavor) to foods such as salad, cookies. It is also used as fragrant addition to parfumes.