Origin: India / Seed Sweet Fennel is a clear oil, steam distilled from the crushed seeds. Historically the sweet aromatic aniseed like tasting seeds were chewed by travelling Roman soldiers to ease hunger and suppress hunger when food was scarse. Fennel is known for its ability to assist with digestive and abdominal discomfort. Anecdotally it is a natural diuretic, antispasmodic, antiseptic, diuretic, stimulant and soothes the stomach. Blends well with geranium, lavender, grapefruit and lemon. Pure essential oils are highly concentrated liquid extracts from plants. Aromatic selections of plant varieties include leaves, roots, seeds, stems, fruit, peel, buds, flowers, wood, bark, saps (resins) and herbs. The essential oils are released as an aromatic liquid during the process of distillation or expression. All our essential oils are ethically sourced and are premium grade, 100% natural, biodegradable substances of botanical origin.