Foeniculum vulgare Mill.
Fennel
Fennel is a hardy, perennial herb with yellow flowers and feathery leaves. It is indigenous to the Mediterranean region but has become widely naturalized in many parts of the world, especially on dry soils near sea coasts and riverbanks. The plant can grow up to 2.1 meters tall, with leaves that are finely dissected and thread-like, resembling those of dill but thinner. The flowers are produced in compound umbels, and the fruit is a dry schizocarp that is often mistakenly called a seed.
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Apiales
Apiaceae
Foeniculum
The aromatic character of fennel fruits comes from volatile oils, including trans-anethole and estragole (resembling liquorice), fenchone (mint and camphor), limonene, and 1-octen-3-ol (mushroom). Other phytochemicals include polyphenols like rosmarinic acid and luteolin.
Fennel is used in cooking for its anise-like flavor. It is a key ingredient in various cuisines, including Italian, Indian, and Chinese dishes. Fennel seeds are used as a spice in minute quantities and are rich in protein, dietary fiber, B vitamins, and minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, and manganese. Fennel tea is believed to have medicinal properties and has been used traditionally for its digestive benefits.
Summer
Spring
Up to 2.1 meters (7 feet)
Yellow
Dry soils near sea coasts and riverbanks, Mediterranean region
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Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.
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