fennel, aniseed
| Physical Specification | Fennel | Aniseed |
| Size | 4-10mm in length, 1-2mm in width |
3-5mm in length, 1-2mm in width |
| Shape | Long and cylindrical with rounded edges |
Small and oblong with pointed ends |
| Color | Greenish-brown or yellowish-brown | Light brown |
| Texture | Smooth and firm |
Smooth and hard |
| Odor | Sweet and aromatic |
Sweet and licorice-like |
| Taste | Mildly sweet and slightly bitter |
Sweet and strongly licorice-like |
| Weight | Approximately 0.5-1 gram per 100 seeds |
Approximately 0.4-0.6 gram per 100 seeds |
| Moisture content | Less than 10% | Less than 10% |
| Shelf life | Approximately 2-3 years if stored properly |
Approximately 2-3 years if stored properly |