star-anise
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From our crop reference
Anise is a spice crop, grown in the rabi season. Sow it in Oct–Nov and expect to harvest in 110–130 days. It wants a pH of 6.0–7.5 (close to neutral) and 12–25°C. Plant at 30 × 15 cm, allowing 8–10 kg of seed per hectare. A good crop returns around 0.7–1 t. Watch for aphid, blight.
Growing Anise6 sentences from our guides, quoted exactly
Star anise (Illicium verum and related species) is a spice crop with good demand from spice processors, essential oil producers and the pharmaceutical industry.
Overview and suitability for Nagpur Star anise (Illicium verum) is a tropical/subtropical evergreen tree grown for its aromatic star-shaped fruit used as a spice and for essential oil extraction.
Why grow star anise in cotton districts?
Intercropping and Agroforestry Young star anise orchards can accommodate intercrops in the first 2–3 years: shade-tolerant spices, vegetables or short-duration pulses.
Why consider star anise in Muzaffarnagar?
Intercropping and farm integration Young star anise blocks can support intercropping for income while trees establish: Short-term cereals, legumes or vegetables in the alleys during first 2–3 years.
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