Compound Monograph
Anethole
An aromatic ether (phenylpropene) responsible for the sweet, licorice-like flavour of anise and fennel; used widely as a flavouring and studied for carminative and mild estrogenic activity.
Classification
Anethole is one of the phenylpropanoids, part of the phenolics class. Antioxidant compounds built around one or more phenol rings — the flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, coumarins, and pigments behind much of a plant's protective chemistry.
Where Does It Come From? (5)
Anethole is one of the phenylpropanoids, found in Anise, Fennel, Mexican Tarragon and 2 other sources.