Fennel is a plant species in the genus Foeniculum. It is a member of the family Apiaceae. It is a hardy, perennial, umbelliferous herb, with yellow flowers and feathery leaves (Source: Wikipedia)
Scientific name: Foeniculum vulgare
Higher classification: Foeniculum
Rank: Species

Fennel has a reputation for increasing milk production in nursing mothers.

Fennel seeds are often chewed to give fresh breath.

Fennel pollen is more intense in flavour and seems to be being used a lot in salads and dusting on fish/pork dishes.

Bulb fennel can be used in sweet dishes, too.

Bulb fennel can be candied and used in biscuits.

Maybe an apple and fennel crumble???

Fennel bulbs come in a male and female version (that’s how they produce seed).

Its rooted bulb is known as the crown.

If you have a baby who is prone to getting wind, make a tea from fennel seeds and use it instead of Gripe Water.