How to write 茴

茴 [huí] 名 1. 茴香 ([En.] fennel) a. A perennial herb with finely divided leaves resembling hair, yellow flowers in summer, and a strong fragrance throughout the plant. The tender stems and leaves are edible, and the seeds can be used as a spice or in medicine. Commonly known as "小茴香" (small fennel). b. An evergreen shrub with long oval leaves, red flowers in early summer, and star-shaped fruits that can be used as a condiment or in medicine. Commonly referred to as "八角茴香" (star anise) or "大料" (large spice). 2. The seeds of this plant, commonly used as a spice ([En.] aniseed). 引 1.《玉篇》: 茴，茴香。 2.《本草纲目》引苏颂《图经本草》: 蘹香，北人呼为茴香，声相近也。