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Star anise, also known as bunga lawang, is a spice derived from the fruit of the illicium verum tree, a plant that grows in Southeast Asia, especially Southern China. It gets the name star anise because it has a star-like shape with eight prominent arms, which gives it a unique and attractive appearance.Star anise has a distinctive sweet, spicy and licorice aroma, and a strong flavor. It is widely used in Asian cuisine, especially in soups, sauces, and meat dishes. Star anise is also one of the main ingredients in spice blends such as Chinese Five Spice which is used to give a distinctive flavor to various dishes.