Have you ever seen, or tasted, a star fruit? This smooth, waxy, golden fruit is shaped like an oval, but it has five ridges running down the sides. So, when you cut a slice of it, it has five points… ...

This episode was originally released on April 16, 2019. Have you ever seen or tasted a star fruit? This smooth, waxy, golden fruit is shaped like an oval, but it has five ridges running down the sides ...

* What it is: A slow-growing tree with a striking drooping habit and yellow-gold fall foliage. Purple-leafed forms also are available as well as dwarf versions. * Size: Full-sized types can grow 50 to ...

Overview: Star anise is a tree called Illicium verum. The dried, star-shaped fruits of the tree are used as a spice and are also found in teas and dietary supplements. Although star anise may be used ...