Fennel
Name
Arabic: Al-Shamar (Fennel)
English: Fennel
Botanical Description
Blue-green cylindrical stems
Feathery, thread-like leaves
Small yellow flowers in umbels
Oval fruits (often called “seeds”)
Grows up to 2.5m tall
Distinct aromatic scent
Main Varieties
Sweet Fennel (F. vulgare var. dulce)
Bitter Fennel (F. vulgare var. vulgare)
Florence Fennel (for stem consumption)
Health Benefits
Digestive aid: Reduces bloating and gas
Lactation booster: For nursing mothers
Antispasmodic: Relieves colic
Antioxidant: Fights free radicals
Hormonal balance: Contains phytoestrogens
Medical Uses
Relieves IBS symptoms
Reduces menstrual pain
Cough suppressant
Diuretic
Cultivation Methods
Soil: Fertile, well-drained
Light: Full sun
Watering: Moderate (drought-tolerant)
Propagation: By seeds in spring/fall
Planting season: Early spring or fall
Medicinal Parts
Fruits (seeds)
Leaves
Stem (in some varieties)
Active Compounds
Essential oils (anethole, fenchone, estragole)
Flavonoids
Phenolic acids
Dietary fiber
Minerals (calcium, magnesium, iron)
Export details to all parts of the world
Fennel grains for export
Drying: Natural sun drying and
industrial drying
Packaging: Bags
Package Weight: 20 kg
Container: 20-foot container
Sorting and Packing: Automate
