Microscopic Characters of Fennel- Fennel (also known as Foeniculum vulgare) has been used for centuries in various cultures for its medicinal, culinary and aromatic benefits. This plant belongs to the Apiaceae family and hails from the Mediterranean region; however, it has become widely cultivated around the world. Fennel’s macroscopic characteristics, such as its distinctive feathery leaves and umbrella-shaped flower clusters, are well known; however, less … Continue reading Microscopic Characters of Fennel: Anatomy and Significance