Anise is a licorice-flavoring herb that is native to the eastern Mediterranean region and Southwest Asia. It is an annual plant with feathery leaves and white flowers, and its fruit is used as a spice. ANISE has a sweet, aromatic flavor that is often used in baking, liqueurs, and other beverages. It is also used to flavor candies, such as black jellybeans, and is sometimes used as a medicinal herb.